Florida Girl

You can tell that I am from Florida; I am the only one still wearing a sweater to work. :-)

Rebecca, my roomate, and I went shopping tonight and had dinner at Chik-fil-a. I bought a cute black dress for $13 and a fabulous black skirt. How exciting!

People keep asking me how I can afford such nice stuff - house, car, etc. Some people think I must be spoiled. No one has given me money that I haven't earned except my Auntie Dora through some savings bonds (out of the goodness of her heart). I have always saved my money. I applied for scholarship. I am usually wise with my money. I have never left a balance on a credit card. My car is paid off, and my house payment won't be much more than what I would have to pay to rent an apartment. I have money in the bank; I tithe to my church and give to charity. I lend money to people I love. I work hard and smart. I guess I get a little defensive because I have strived to do so well, and sometimes people look askance at my success.

It is surprising how people perceive you differently than you are. For instance, many people think I am very career and money oriented. However, I am completely family oriented. I just don't have that family yet, and I am doing what I can with what I have.

Hmm. Maybe I am grumpy tonight; Pam needs her sleep.

Sweet Dreams.