I never really paid too much attention to money when I was in high school (also hate admitting that), but I never had to really pay attention to how much I was spending. And no, no I am not a very wealthy person, surely I'm blessed but I appreciate what I have. I just never paid that much attention to it, because frankly, the thought of the real world and money issues just scared me silly.
But now that I'm in college I'm realizing just how dang expensive everything is. In the last two months, I've spent money on outfits for themed parties, food when I'm sick of Umphrey Lee, and the trivial things I used to take for granted (who knew how expensive toothpaste and bottles of water are?) And now that Halloween is here, I can't help but freak out at the idea that I'm supposed to have 4 different costumes for different parties!? Killin me smalls.
I appreciate everything now so much more, and all these realizations have been scary but necessary. I've learned to become much more resourceful. Can anyone say "heelllooo closet shopping!?"
