I realized today that I'm one of those people who loves to receive gift certificates, for anything from a day at the spa, to a Starbucks gift card. I lovingly thank the giver, and cherish the thoughts of my relaxation, the largest Chai tea latte on the menu... whatever the card is for.
I drive through Starbucks and pull out my wallet. But then reality strikes! Since I didn't want to 'lose it', the treasured card is at home in my other purse. LOL Or I hold out the golden carrot of that special day of relaxation all for me until... eeek! It's expired. Sigh. An amazing day wasted. And all because I waited for the perfect moment. For the day I'd 'really need it.' Do you know what I mean?
Okay, time for a New Year's resolution. (Yes, I know it's only October, but you know for me this is the time for new starts.) I hereby resolve to use my gift cards, my gift certificates, my credits for returning stuff to T. J. Maxx, whatever it is... WHEN I RECEIVE THEM!
No more delayed gratification for this girl. I'm treating myself right... starting NOW! Why wait for some day out there sometime in the future when I could be having all that fun today? Or in the words of the title character in one of my favorite Sandra Deer plays: "My daddy always said, 'Gal Baby, if you want it, you need it.' "
Ahh.... I hear my massage appointment being called now... excuse me, girls. Got to go.
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