Here is a list of items some people would consider "expensive." Please bold all the items that you spend money on regularly or occasionally.

-Hardcover books purchased new from a local bookstore. I'll buy a hardcover if I've been DYING to read the book and don't want to wait for it to be in paperback, such as Harry Potter or DaVinci Code

-Full service restaurant meals. Every now and then but I'm trying really hard not to

-Espresso or Cappuccino from a coffee shop. I do love Caribou and my mixed espresso drinks. But, again, I'm tyring to cut back and I don't get them as much as I used to

-Premium, clove, or imported cigarettes.

-Exotic produce

-High end make up/cosmetics.

-Premium gasoline

-Professional quality or luxury type shampoos, conditioners, etc.

-Salon services such as waxing, manicures or pedicures

-Health care

-Designer clothes, shoes, handbags.

-Not from concentrate Orange juice

-Massages

-Fresh Flowers

-The latest, top of the line computer equipment.

-Brand new car.

-Having your car professionally detailed

-Premium digital cable TV.

2. Of the things that you bolded above, are there any that you consider "necessities" rather than "indulgences?" If so, which ones and why? Nope.... all those things are definitely indulgences

3. Of the items listed in number one, which would you NEVER purchase, and why? Most of them... the cigarettes because I don't smoke, flowers because boys should buy those for me *wink*....

4. Name two or three of your favorite vices. How much money do you estimate you spent on them in the last six months? Definitely eating out rather than making my own food. I can't cook so it makes it hard to make my own food but I suppose I could learn. And I have a bad habit of going to Target and buying things I don't need.

5. How much do you pay for a bottle of shampoo? The last bottle I bought was under $4

6. When a new book by your favorite author comes out, do you run out to your nearest bookstore and buy it immediately no matter what the cost? If not, what do you do instead? Like I said, only Harry Potter is worth running out and buying right away. I don't really have a FAVORITE author

7. What is the most money you ever paid for a meal out? Describe the meal. Was it worth it? I really don't remember. I don't think I've actually been to a really fancy restaurant. I'm kinda cheap that way. I bet I've never paid more than $20 for a meal. And even $20 is pushing it

8. How many times per week do you eat out? Fast food or dine in? Too many... usually fast food because I don't like going to sit down restaurants alone, hehe

9. Is your primary vehicle considered a "gas guzzler?" Nope

10. What's the most you ever paid for a car? This is my first car and my folks only charged me $2500 for it. I still owe them $300, grr

11. Describe your favorite personal care or cosmetic indulgence and tell how much it cost. I am obsessed with dying my hair. However, I buy the really cheap $3 stuff, lol.

12. Do you ever shop as a recreational activity when you don't actually NEED anything at the moment? Yeah, I'm a big fan of therapy shopping, especially clothes

13. Are you willing to pay extra to buy at locally owned shops versus discount stores? Why or why not? I'm kind of a mass corporation kinda gal. God that's sad...

14. Is there any kind of health care that you are scrimping on right now because it is so costly that you can't justify the expense? Nope, still under the parents' insurance

15. Do you hire help to clean your home? How often and for how much money? I WISH! Dude, no cleaning? Oh wait, that's right, I'm not a spoiled girl, hehe

16. If you drink coffee, what kind do you drink and how much does it cost? Do you make it at home or do you buy it at the coffee shop? Is it McDonald's rotgut coffee? Have you ever belonged to Gevalia or a similar service? I love coffee. I'll make my own at home in the mornings when I'm really tired and need a boost. And, like I said, I love Caribou and will treat myself from time to time. But that's not an every day thing

17. Plain old toothbrush or high priced sonic toothbrush? Plain ol' toothbrush

18. What is your favorite non-necessity indulgence? How much does it cost? Why is it worth it? How often do you allow yourself this indulgence? Gosh... just shopping at the mall for clothes. I love clothes and feel like I need new clothes about once a month just to kind of treat myself. I know that material things shouldn't be a way of making you happy but shopping with the girls is always a good time...