And only a bit guilt inducing. 
Here is my tale of splurging. Note to guys – they were fairly girly splurges, so this may not interest you.
The first splurge was a pedicure. Now, I went for the basic pedicure instead of the spa one, but it still ran me 35.00 dollars. I know there are plenty of Wagjag, Groupon, etc options for these, but I ended up booking it on rather short notice. A friend of mine who lives far away was only in town for a few days, and she really wanted to get a pedicure and catch up. So, I just booked it at the spa by me, and didn’t worry too much about trying to hunt around to get a deal. It was more important to me to go somewhere I liked and knew we could chat (they have 2 pedicure chairs, side by side), than save some money. And now my toe nails are lovely purply pink, with just a touch of sparkle to them.
The second splurge was a dress. I did try several second hand shops while looking for dresses, but I only managed to find one. So I hit Winners last week and found this awesome blue dress. It wasn’t crazy expensive, but it wasn’t bargain bin either. And I’ll have to pay to have it tailored because it doesn’t fit right across the shoulders. However – it makes me feel like I stepped out of Mad Men. And that makes it *so* worth it.
I don’t spend a lot on clothes, but I’m still trying to justify the cost to myself. However, I’ve already taken it in to get it tailored, so it’s not like I can take it back now.
What do you splurge on? Do you feel guilty when you splurge? Even if you actually needed the item?
I love getting pedicures. I just feel so clean and refreshed after. Plus I need to have nice feet. Don’t ask me why but it is important to me.
I think splurges are necessary and good in moderation. I am glad you got to treat yourself.
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Hey Miss T. I’m so with you. Having pretty toe nails makes me ridiculously happy.
You’re right, that was some pretty girly splurges
I don’t splurge on myself much these days, unless you count the weekend drinking with friends. I do have a splurge planned for later this year though. I’m planning on getting my first camera so that I can take some sweet blog photos. I wouldn’t want to run out of cat pictures after all
Since it’s something I really need, hopefully I don’t feel too guilty.
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Your cats deserve the best – that includes photos!
Rub their furry bellies if you feel guilty..
Sounds like you made good choices! I bet the dress is quite pretty!!
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