Lately, I have had a really long "want" list. I think everyday for the last month or so, I think of another thing I want. I'll just a few things: start tanning, a tattoo, a pair of TOMS shoes, acrylic nails, leggings, a new shortsuit I saw at Target, a new car (eventually), and the list goes on. The reason why I haven't gotten any of these things yet is because I know what I need that is more important. Groceries (food is good), gas in my car (I need to drive places), a summer job, a place to live for the summer and sign up for summer classes. All of these things cost money. I've always been pretty tight when it comes to money and I try to spend it wisely, but ever since I got to college that has changed. I've bought and done things that cost way more than they are worth and sometimes wish I could take them back. I've been doing everything I can to convince myself that I do not need some of the stuff that I want right now, but that is becoming more and more difficult everyday.My question is, why do our wants sometimes overpower our needs? Don't our minds understand that we only need what we really need and that we should be thankful for the things we already have that we didn't need in the first place? I definitely don't have an answer, but my "want" list keeps getting longer and I'm just hoping and praying I can put off getting some of the things until I have what I need first.
I am so with you on this...I have so many things I want. Its so hard. I think you have a good attitude about it.
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ReplyDeleteThis reminds me of the !OLD DAYS! when I was the student in college and trying to sort out the transition from high school kid to "entry-level adult". Boy did I make the mistakes!!
The good news is that, by God's grace, I've survived and now can see the 3rd generation behind me coming on.
The best news is grace and forgiveness when I (still @ age 71) mess up.
Hang in there ... when you stumble, pick yourself up, try to learn from the stumble and move on ... and remember there are lots of us who love you and are ready to pick up the phone and brainstorm, encourage or challenge.
Grandpa R
We all have the constant challenge of keeping (or getting)our priorities in order. It's really hard to be objective when we are faced with something enticing--especially if it's "on sale". I have to remind myself that there will be other sales. The world is so full of unnecessary things, but the ads are designed to make us think that these are items we should have b/c "we deserve it". A simpler life not tied down with stuff is something to be sought. I recently read that "unnecessary things are unnecessary burdens". This is a significant truth.
ReplyDeleteYeah I remember when Grandma told me that one. Just think about the mess that I'm in money-wise when you think about getting those acrylic nails or all the nice shoes in the world "on sale" because it's hard to get out of this mess once you've gotten in!! If I may say, I actually look up to you and your self control with your money!! It is a very amiable trait that many do not have (such as myself and now I'm paying for it). =o) Love ya cuz! =o)
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