Burning a Hole in My Pocket

Since I got my bonus from work, I actually have a few extra dollars sitting in the bank at the moment. For all intents and purposes, that money has long been spent. I'll be needing that cash for things that are due later this month. But the temptation to treat myself is overwhelming. I don't get treats much.

I could walk down to Chipotle or Jamba Juice. It's a gorgeous day out so it would be a nice walk, and I'd burn off a few calories before I inhale all those carbs. I could go ahead and purchase a couple of domain names. I could go to Target and get myself some shelves for my room. That's my most expensive option, but also my most-needed item.

Except that I already bought Subway once this week. I bought stamps and went to the grocery store. I picked up some thank you notes and envelopes. I need gas. I need an oil change. I know most of those are normal necessities and unavoidable, but seeing the miscellaneous cash outflow doesn't feel real good.

UPDATE: I ended up going to the liquor store instead. Last batch of sangria for the summer. I have no will power.