COSTLY KIDS, DRIVEN PARENTS
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(MONEY Magazine) – I was painfully unaware of the long-range expense of raising our two children, five and seven ((''Can You Afford Your Kids?'' July)). Thanks to your excellent publication, I'm beginning to understand what lies before me. John Obelenus Forest Hills, N.Y.

I would feel much better about our society if parents who work so hard for seven years of tennis lessons that cost $20,400 would funnel some of their drive and motivation into improving education and the community for all children. Steven P. Duprey Albemarle, N.C.

First $60,000 weddings ((May )) and now $750,000 children! Get real. Mark Warda Clearwater, Fla.