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My give-a-damn's busted.

Well, friends...it has happened.  My priorities have changed.  Obviously, the shift began a while ago.  But, lately...it is becoming more and more evident.  It's not all about me anymore. {gasp!} Who would have guessed that having a baby would do that? Ha! 

I can't afford to have it all.  I know, it's a sad life, but it's true.  So now I choose to spend on my daughter and my house.  I can't even remember the last time I visted Piperlime or Nordstrom's website.  Pretty crazy coming from me.  I obviously still have to buy for myself, and do...it's just different.  It's more out of a necessity now than a desire to have the latest and greatest trend.  My self clothes horse give-a-damn is just, well...busted.  I keep looking around to buy a new bag for spring...but then something comes up that I would rather have for my house or my little girl.  I knew it would happen, I was warned.  But, it's still an interesting turn of events for a shopping addict like myself.  I mean, I still get to shop...so not all is lost there.  I just don't get to buy all the cute, fun, trendy stuff for myself.  But, in the long run?  Buying for my house is a much better investment to me.  And well, buying for Collins?  That's just a must.  She always has to look cute.  I mean, how many times have I gone out to run errands with her...and I'll be in workout clothes (sadly, not from working out) but I'll make sure she is dressed in a cute outfit with a bow to match...)  Pretty funny, huh?

I think the craziest part for me is how I just don't care anymore.  {regarding clothes for myself}  Yes, I still have to have something nice/new for a special event...but for the most part?  I'm over it.  Over obsessing over the "have to have top from ______", the latest bag, best jeans, prettiest shoes, etc.  I mean, I like to look nice...but it's just not where I choose to spend the majority of my money anymore. 

What are you spending YOUR money on? 

And, has anyone found that money tree yet?  I keep looking....

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