And the argument often lasted for a long time, so I always said to Mum without patience, “Mum, stop it please! That’s just little money!”“Is it only a little money? Then show me five yuan which is earned by you, can you? Er?” Mum always answered me a little bit angrily. In that case, I would have no word to say, for I had never earned even one yuan by myself.It is a pity, certainly.

　When I was still in Junior Three, I thought about finding a job during summer or winter vacation. I could wash plates or be a seller in order to make money by myself.

　I could also learn more about society through working.But to my disappointment, businessmen seldom hire students who have no working experience. So I never had a chance to earn money by myself.This condition lasted till the end of last term. On the last day, I got a big surprise.

　I received a money order. It was from Shenzhen Daily! Just then, I remembered that I took part in Shenzhen Daily’s translation contest three months ago. It never occured to me that I would be paid.

　I just wanted to improve my English ability. But I got it. It was really an extra happiness.Today, I went to the post office to draw money. Although the money wasn’t much, I was very happy because it was my first pay.

　At noon, I spent the money on two bowls of Guilin rice flour noodles for lunch, one for me, the other for Mum. It wasn’t a big and rich meal, but Mum and I both enjoyed it. So did my little doggy! Because I didn’t forget to share my beef with my canine friend.It’s much easier to spend money than to earn.

　I did not realize it untill I got my first paycheck. I will never forget it.