Look at what I bought yesterday:
Samurai Deeper Kyo manga (vol. 32)
It is clear that I have spent my money on something that I don’t actually need again. I’ve already got a copy of this volume (though it’s in a different language). But being me, I couldn’t pass up the chance to buy something. My commonsense rules out that: what’s the point of going into a bookstore if you aren’t going to buy any? It’s not exactly a logical premise, but most of my reasonings are based on weak arguments anyway.
But my point is, I gotta find a way to control my habit of reckless spending. Even though I’m a mild shopaholic but if there is no rein to keep it in check, this crazy habit of mine is going to cost me dearly.
On the other hand, I still need to buy a couple of other stuff that are actually related to my needs, rather than to my wants:
- A hoodie. I just lost my old one.
- Ink cartridge (black) for my printer. It’s been out of ink for several days and I was forced to print out documents using dark blue colour instead.
- Stationeries, for the exams.
- Christmas cards. This year I plan to swap Christmas cards with other people. If you are interested in exchanging Christmas cards with me, you can email me at kittyspurrs@gmail.com to swap postal address. :)
My favourite time for shopping is normally during the day because I feel evenings are just too short to enjoy shopping. And because of that, I usually do my shopping with Leon. He is willing to do the driving and accompany me wherever I go. He shares my passion for books and he doesn’t like to leave a bookstore empty-handed. And of course, he enjoys spending money on food as well.
Okay, make that two compulsive shoppers.
#1487 Vera says:
I often go to bookstores and don’t buy anything. Mostly it’s because I’m a “snob” and unless they have the “right kind” of chicklit written in English I’m not buying it.
To make up for for all those times I didn’t buy anything, today I bought two Terry Pratchett books. I couldn’t resist.
#1488 Kyo-Kyo says:
I certainly get the mindless shopping thing. In my case, I have plenty of clothing, but I’m always wanting more. I get bored with things quickly, that usually ends up being my reasoning for buying more clothes. The actual argument being, “I wanna get rid of stuff, but I don’t want to unless I can replace it.” Or I eventually see how ill some of my clothing fits me, or something.
I think I may cheap out in the Christmas department for the most part, and do a couple of Christmas cards. Two of my friends just moved out to Las Vegas in Nevada, and so I certainly won’t be getting to see them during the holiday. My cards will probably be made by me. Hopefully I can find the time and inspiration to draw out my Christmas cards, if I’m actually going to do them.
As for my favorite time of day for shopping, it’s usually in the evening. I feel like shopping early in the day is just too early. Whenever I’ve done that, afterwards I just felt like there was nothing more to do. I don’t know why shopping is so entertaining to me when it’s a financial killer. ^_^;;
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#1490 Ashleenah-Page says:
No, don’t be sorry. I haven’t been very good at commenting your blogs either. Lately I haven’t really been interested in the internet.
It’s weird.
I’m like you, I hate going “window” shopping… Because I always want or feel the need to buy something, even if I don’t need it.
Thanks honey, I’m still in love with my tattoo. Most of the time I forget it’s there and I get a surprise when I do notice it. :)
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