Janelle’s Concerns Over Kody’s Financial Decisions and Family Priorities

Amidst frustrations regarding the family?s financial struggles to settle the debt for Coyote Pass, Janelle expressed her disbelief at Kody’s claims of having “all these other debts.” Despite these assertions, she observed him acquiring various assets, including trailers and home décor, which raised her eyebrows. “I see all the art on their walls,” she remarked about Robyn and Kody’s home, highlighting the apparent disconnect between their spending habits and family needs. Janelle noted, “I have money and I?ve spent it on things, too,” indicating her understanding of personal spending. Kody, on his part, justified his expenditures, mentioning that much of his income was directed towards purchasing cars and maintaining insurance for the children, which he described as “basically having a fleet.”

While Janelle acknowledged her uncertainty regarding the financial practices of Kody and Robyn, she couldn’t help but be impressed by the well-maintained state of Robyn’s backyard, which seemed to suggest a different financial strategy. She reminisced, “I used to always be surprised at how nice her backyard was. It was completely finished, and there was always, like, stuff at her house. And I was like, ‘Wow. Huh.’” This observation speaks volumes about the contrasting lifestyles within the family and raises questions about their financial priorities and communication.

Ultimately, Janelle concluded, “He doesn’t prioritize what I need or what I want,” a sentiment that began to take a toll on her well-being. She reflected that over time, she became increasingly aware of this imbalance, leading to frustration among her children. “I think after a while, I began to see it, and my kids were getting very angry about it, like my adult children. Like, ‘What the hell, Mom?’” This illustrates the broader implications of financial management within family dynamics, where differing priorities can lead to conflict and dissatisfaction.

In contrast, Robyn offered her perspective, emphasizing her careful approach to budgeting following the dissolution of her first marriage. ?I used to be not so great with money,” she admitted during the Sept. 22 episode. “When I was young, I had hard knocks, and then I learned during my divorce really how to budget myself very, very well.” Her insights reveal a different approach to financial management, suggesting that her priorities may have evolved over time. Robyn remarked, “You just must have had a different priority of where your money was going to go than I did, that’s all,” highlighting the individual differences in financial perspectives among the sister wives.