Ian: Mom, can I have time by myself while we're in Disneyland?
Me: You can have time with your brothers, without Dad and me. Why?
Ian: In case I want to make you something, or buy you something.
Me: Yes, but we'd really like for you to use your spending money on YOU. When we give you money to spend on souvenirs, we're giving you a way to prolong the memories you're making. Souvenirs, even if they're small, help you to remember your experiences.
Ian: I think all of my experiences will be in my tummy.
Me: ...