My birthday was meant to be a simple, happy family gathering — laughter, cake, and the comfort of being surrounded by loved ones. But it took a turn I’ll never forget when my ten-year-old daughter, Ava, tugged at my sleeve and whispered that her savings had disappeared.For nearly a year, Ava had carefully tucked away every dollar she earned or found, saving for a silver charm bracelet she had fallen in love with. She carried her little floral purse everywhere, guarding it with pride. But during the party, she set it aside for just a moment — and suddenly, her money was gone.
