Thursday, May 15, 2008

Materialism

For the first time ever, I can't think of a single thing I want to spend money on. In the past I've always let money burn a hole in my pocket (as my mom puts it) but right now I'm ok not spending it. One reason of course may be that I realize I need to spend that money on my increasing debt. And there are things at the sidelines of my desire - a moped, a ribbon microphone, a vintage Bassman. But those are impotent desires. I feel content to let a few extra dollars sit for now, and I'll feed some of it toward my debts. And I'll save it for moving in September. I've been budgeting since January - I've never paid so close attention to my finances before - it has reduced my habitual spending and compulsion to collect. I have everything I need for now.

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