I'm a twentysomething writer and editor living out my dream
one day • one picture • one avenue • one story at a time.
This is where I overshare and constantly write tiny love letters to New York.
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Today was a rough Monday. It was my first day back at work after a week-long vacay, and I’m pretty sure my brain is still on the beach in North Carolina.
Last week was blissful and relaxing and quite hedonistic. Mom said she felt guilty laying out at the pool all day, but I couldn’t find an ounce of guilt in me. Go figure.
During the trip, we did a lot of talking about my budget, and how to manage my money better in this big expensive city. Less delivery, less shopping, less bar visits.
I know you’re thinking: impossible!But I am determined to step it up and become financially savvy this year. Mom said I should treat it like I’m on a reality TV show. Now we’re speaking my language.
Unfortunately though, my exciting jump start on being a mature, responsible adult hit a road bump upon my return to the city Saturday night. I went out with my NY girls that evening and somehow let the night get the best of me: I lost my brand new iPhone in a cab. JUST when I think I’m actually on the right path, I go and fuck up. Again.
It would be one thing if this was the absolute first phone that has ever been “misplaced” or drowned in beer, but its not. I’ve actually lost count. The number of past laptops, digital cameras, mp3 players, drivers licenses, etc., is even more extensive. I can’t figure out if its them…or me.
The bottom line is: its time for some serious changes. I keep saying to myself, maybe you just don’t deserve expensive things. But I don’t think that’s the case. I just need to analyze why these things continuously happen and what I can do to ensure I don’t have to live my life rebuying pricey possesions. Geez, they’re not disposable.
One of my coworkers - who clearly always sees the best in situations - tried to convince me today that something good will come out of what happened with my iPhone and not to worry. Easier said than done, right? But it made me realize that life does go on, and all you can really do is live and learn. The keyword being LEARN, obvs.
Looks likes I’m starting my New Years Resolutions a month early.
