money and time are convertible. How to balance both

is determined by her parent's value and mindset. The absence of father in her daily life is her parent's choice, which reflect their value, not necessity for survival. The result is what we read in the girl's essay: her value about money, family, and relationship as well as her view of world.

This is a textbook example of how parent's choice can shape child's value and view. Powerful message to the child.