New Year's Resolutions, sort of

I am not one to do the whole New Year's resolution thing per se, but I decided that this year I should really do something about being more fiscally responsible.

I have been spending more than I should have for the last few days/weeks/months/years/decades, and as a result money, or my lack thereof has been a big stressor in my life.

2006 has also been the Year Of Unexpected Expenses (e.g. root canal, car stuff, etc.). And so 2007 is going to be the year of Financial Reform.

So, the first order of business once I return home will be to track my expenses for 30 days. Once I know where everything is going, I will have a better idea about where I can cut down. I can even make a budget of some sort.

Oh, I am sure I am going to hate every minute of it, but I just can't bear the idea of turning 30 and then having to ask my parents for money so I can pay my bills. It just makes me feel like a Failure as a Human Being. Because I Know Better. I really do. And, because I Know Better, Financial Reform officially starts on Jan. 10.