Carol, 58, a mother of three and grandmother of seven, has $60,000 that has not been earmarked for other purposes. She’s proud of having been able to save some of each paycheck during her 35 years as a teacher, and now has a purpose besides having an emergency fund. She’s not sure exactly what her grandchildren’s dreams will be, but she is sure she wants to help them and be a part of their success. Her goal is to increase the amount she would be able to leave her children and grandchildren.