I, personally think some of the electronics have almost become a necessity (for school, keeping up with technology, etc..) and that is somewhat aggravating to me.

My DD is not wanting for anything, but she understands what it is like to go without. She has been taught humility, so she would not brag or make fun of anyone who has less.

She is a very generous person, she gives 30% or more of her allowance to charity every week, which is her own decision (I just ask that she give something, she determines the amount) and she is always thinking of others.

If she ever starts to demonstrate a sense of entitlement, I might have to revisit my gift giving strategy, but for now, we are on a budget and as long as what she requests falls within the budget, then we can accommodate.