I was thinking about things I would like to have for my birthday. Since it isn't my birthday, this is an Unbirthday Birthday List.
Here's what I know: There are those that feel like gift-giving days are for giving things people want, instead of things people need. I happen to be one of those people. However in my case, what I need is piece of mind, and less stress. (I have recently realized that stress makes me eat, and that's BAD.) In order to get that, what I want, is what I need.
So, here's my list, in order of importance:
1. Auto Repair. My car is a 2002 model. It has 127,000 miles on it, and I haven't been able to afford a tune-up since 30,000 miles. I know it is only a matter of time before it starts really causing me issues.
In fact, since I decided that a car overhaul was top on my list, my driver's seat has broken a weld under the seat, causing my right buttock to go unsupported, the fabric on the same seat has ripped open at the seam, and most unfortunate: the engine light has come on.
I'm not gonna lie. LOTS of tears, kleenex and snot have been seen since this all happened. If I could afford a new car - making the repairs disappear for another 5 to 10 years, I would. But to have it checked, fixed and repaired so it will keep going for another few years, would be just as good.
No car = No job.
2. A new laptop. The same position I have with my car, is very much the same thing I am going through with my computer. It was kindly donated to me right before I went back to school. It's bulky, and heavy. It has blue screened on my 4 times, crashed twice...
If I lose it, I lose EVERYTHING I have for Stage Management. Basically, my life would be over if I lost my transportation or my computer; and both are getting near the end of their lives.
Scary, and stressful barely cover my worry.
3. A Gas Credit Card. I work for jobs all over the city, and drive a lot. When I get paid, a chunk of what I make goes toward gas. But I barely make enough to pay my bills. (In fact, I'm concerned February will not bode well for me.) But, if I was given a gas card - one I could use, charge gas on, and never see or pay the bill? Heaven.
I would never take advantage - going more places than I needed just because I didn't have to pay - because I still would not want to run my car into the ground, and that would be wrong!!
4. Much, much, MUCH farther down the list is the move Pitch Perfect. Ok, this is a want, not a need, but it's also epically far down the list from #1, and super duper far down the list from #2.
The movie is funny, and while I sit at home with no car, and a broken computer, I will need something to watch on TV. Especially as I eat my stress away.
5. Last, I would like a Nike Fuel Band. After all the stress eating, I need something to track my intake and activity. This is what I want to help with that.
So, that's my Unbirthday Birthday List. Laugh, Love and move on. :)