The Chronic Consumer

I just got done with my taxes, and it turns out that I owe about $150 this year because I didn’t keep up with my estimated tax payments. This wasn’t a bit surprise, and the number is actually quite manageable — except that my first quarter estimated tax payment for 2009 is due on April 15 as well. So, I actually will end up paying about $400 instead of just the $150.

Because of that, I have to limit myself to window shopping for a while, which obviously stinks. It’s crazy how many things I end up falling in love with when I know that I absolutely cannot buy them. For instance, earlier today I saw some gorgeous area rugs that would look great in my living room, and an awesome pair of light cotton pants from the Gap that would be perfect for summer. But I had to just call upon my willpower and keep right on walking without whipping out my wallet.

I hate that I have to pay the IRS instead of being able to treat myself to a couple of nice things. Oh, well, at least taxes only come around once a year!