stick to a budget with my limited funds so maybe I won't always be poor

is so goddamn expensive.

$471 something for SUPPLIES. of course i would pick the most expensive course. frickin’ materials.

I went out price checking stuff I use and man, does it ever add up.

So starting Sept. 1 I will be saving each and every receipt (and my boyfriend better do the same).

I’m excited!

Sure I did just go to the beach for a couple of days, but I had been doing so well with my money that I could totally afford it.

Fiscal responsibility pays off, kids.

I’ve always been really good with my money – until recently. I don’t know what happened. Actually, I do know what happened. I went through a bad time when everything seemed all screwy and how did I deal with that? I bought a lot of stuff I don’t need. And then it seems I got in the habit of buying a lot of stuff I don’t need. No more.

This is me constantly reminding myself to get back on track. It’s not anywhere near a big amount to take care of, but I’ll definitely rest easier once it’s fixed, you know?