Comments on MeWithoutDebt: How I got myself in Debt?

@John: Indeed it's my gluttonous inclination f...

2009-10-05T17:49:57.029-04:00

@John: Indeed it's my gluttonous inclination for fine wine and dine.

That graph tells it--restaurants and bar 20%.

2009-10-05T17:46:00.820-04:00

That graph tells it--restaurants and bar 20%.

@Anonymous: I agree coolness does reflect somewhat...

2009-10-05T15:07:07.021-04:00

@Anonymous: I agree coolness does reflect somewhat increase in productivity. However, after a some point the gain in productivity diminishes i.e, the law of diminishing marginal returns. My goal is to find that optimal spot. In a same way, I don't sanction all the things many would consider as "wants", for other they may be "needs" (albeit emotional need). See my post on Need vs. Wants at http://www.mewithoutdebt.com/2009/07/wal-mart-cushions-and-lesson-in-need-vs.html

@HallyZ: I am always interested in collaboration. ...

2009-10-05T15:01:40.955-04:00

@HallyZ: I am always interested in collaboration. Could you email me with details at me@mewithoutdebt.com . Thanks.

After following your blog for a while, I have star...

2009-10-05T12:22:18.710-04:00

After following your blog for a while, I have started keeping a log my expenses. I must say that the psychological control numbers have on you when you aware of them is a wonder!

Another thing about:
"..limit it in terms of productivity rather than for its coolness factor."
Don't you think "coolness" is a productivity factor in itself? There is sort of an instrumental value in coolness which speaks volumes about you to a person who just walks into your apartment, runs a quick glance at what you're wearing/carrying etc.

Nice pie chart, and a great story too. I am intere...

2009-10-05T08:48:36.488-04:00

Nice pie chart, and a great story too. I am interested in presenting your posts on my web site (YourMoneyandDebt.com). Please let me know if you would like to do a collaboration. Thank you.