Carrie has nothing to worry about. I am practically hemorrhaging money. Not really, but that is what it feels like. Even though I am going to be (going being the important word here), I am not yet. However, I am treating myself to 'celebratory' things. Like the "Yea I got a new job sweater", or the "yippee, we set a date for the wedding ice cream". The money isn't even in my hands, and I am already spending it. Typical of me. Bill collecters and my leasing office are calling, yet I am buying Rocky Road ice cream. Seriously Elisa?
I have a pact with myself (who is the easiest person to break pacts with, by the way) to sto spending and concentrate on getting out of debt. I hope I can do it. It is going to be hard not to succumb to the temptation of new clothes and books and coffees ( I assume I am going to have to pay for them now, and I am totally hooked. I think that is part of Starbucks strategy...hire them, give them free coffee and you have customers for life.)
This is not a pity party, the new job and wedding are great things. i just need to keep things in perspective, or I am just going to make more money to spend more money.

BTW, I have found a new way of shopping that is great...wedding registry. They give you a gun and you just walk around shooting things that you want. Shopping without spending money (or the instant gratification)

Cheap Women Wedding Update: got a dress for $200! it is a bridesmaids gown that is perfect. Yea being cheap.