In Nomine Patris
My budget was written on the assumption I get paid two times a month, but I actually get paid every two weeks, regardless of the month. This means that every several months, I get a paycheck entirely outside and superfluous to my budget. October is one such month. I am torn. Either I can dump the bulk of this check into my savings account, which took a massive hit over the summer, or I can buy a PS3 for $300. Now, my savings are flagging a bit and I have to pay tuition in the Spring and cover my moving costs for wherever I go for PhD. However, a PS3 would be very useful for my thesis (possibly even tax-deductible) and be a PS3. I am torn. Of course, secret third option is going halves or so with my parents for birthday/Christmas....
I'd do a poll, but I don't know how. Thoughts?
I'd do a poll, but I don't know how. Thoughts?