I'm officially an adult. I'm 23, so I've been an adult for quite some time, but today I officially put my first step into the realm of post graduate. I made my very first college loan payment, which will be used to pay down the principle. I made the decision to attend a private liberal arts college instead of a public university, but I don't mind. Sure, being an adult can be scary, and some people are forced to grow up more quickly than others. In a way though being able to have the money to make that payment felt good. I may not have a place of my own or a dream job, but I just need to remember that it is God, not my will, that is ultimately in charge. Something that I really love but is hard to grasp is the idea of letting go and letting God. Being placed in a seemingly tough situation just helps us to grow closer to God, and to express dominion and joy.
Today was a turning point. In the next couple of days I will be making another payment to my second loan that will put a very large dent into my bank account, and I have a feeling that I might have to start being in charge of my phone bill as well. That means that decisions will have to be made, and I think that one of those decisions might be to cut off texting from my plan. I go over my limit just about every month, and it's time to start thinking a little more critically about what's important. My parents will not always be around to cover my bills, and if I'm going to be moving out then I need to know how to manage money just a little better than I have done in the past. If there is anyone out there who has some ideas on how to use money more effectively, I would really appreciate it!
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