This Thing Called Life

     I'm a pretty simple person. The smallest things in life make me happy like nature, puppies, and donuts. But today at work, I got very frustrated with my phone because it is getting kind of slow and the USB port to charge it doesn't work so I have to use rechargeable wall batteries. That made me start thinking of things I wanted. It made me start thinking of things I would by myself if I actually had money left over from paychecks and could buy myself something. I know at some point in my life I will actually know what it is like to spoil myself but until then, I will keep this "I want" list in mind: A new phone. I love my Samsung S3 so I will probably get the newest edition of it when time and money allows Vera Bradley bags and a wallet A Victorias Secret bathing suit and some new underwear and bras New jeans that fit since I've lost so much weight A new hair straightner A flat screen for my living room (yes I currently have a big ole box boob tube) A...

     With 20 weeks left of school (hopefully I pass my final tomorrow), I have been making a mental list of things I want to do once I graduate. That list includes: Taking a week off from EVERYTHING. No work, stress, bills, or job searching. My mind needs to take a break. Study for the NLCEX and hopefully pass on the first try! Once my mental break is over and I pass the NLCEX, I will start applying for every entry level LPN job I come across. I will work full time again as a CNA until I land a job as an LPN.  Start paying off my debt immediatley Save money. I don't know what I will be saving for but it can be for a new truck, a safety net, or just emergency funds. It really made me sad that I closed my savings account last month because I literally only has $0.10. It would be nice to know I have a backup if I need it.       Even though that list isn't very big, it gives me something to look forward to. The main thing is graduating. ...

     As I sit here writing my concept map that is due tomorrow at clinical. I can't stop thinking about the things I wanted to get done around my house before my boyfriend comes home from deployment. He isn't coming home yet but I know it will come sooner than I think. Money is tight due to me only working every other weekend, and picking up weekend days when they need me. Some things on my list might not seem "expensive" to some people, but to a broke student, they are. I wanted to buy a new front door and storm door since mine is old and beat up. It is also dirty and really old. It needs to be upgraded. I also wanted new deck furniture with cushions, new pillows for our bed, and a new comforter with some new sheets and pillow shams. The main thing I am trying to save for is a gift card to Tractor Supply Co. for him to buy a new pair of cowboy boots. He deserves them. He takes great care of me and his current ones are all beat up and worn. I still have some time but...