So, there are some that say children used to be assets but now they are liabilities. What a bunch of stupid humans! Have they forgotten what kids are good for? (Other than being used to reveal the most selfish parts of your character that you need to work on?) Chores! Doing the dishes, sweeping the floor, taking care of the pets, doing laundry, etc etc...all the things that you come home from work for and are too tired to deal with! What a great way for them to earn allowance and to learn responsibility. (Oh, and it saves you from doing extra work...great added bonus hahahahaha!!!)