The "Get Out of Dodge Fund" Edition

So I realized today that I talk a big talk. I've been running my mouth off about how I'm going to leave Tucson as soon as I have the money, well, I wasn't doing anything to get that money. So today, I fixed that problem. I officially started my 'Get out of Dodge Fund'. I thought I needed to do something fancy, like open a separate account to do it, but then I realized that the interest I'd earn on it was null and void and it was just better to grab an envelope and stash money away.

I would advise everyone to start their own 'Get out of Dodge Fund'.

It took all of thirty seconds and I feel loads better. My plan is at least $20 of every paycheck will go in this envelope and all my tips as well. Since today was payday and I worked, there is a total of $31, plus my Patron bottle of loose change. Although, the Patron bottle was supposed to be my 'bail money' fund, I figured it could pull double duty.

If I dip into this money at any time, I owe it what I took plus $20. So, hopefully it will grow faster than I anticipate. $20 a paycheck isn't much when you think about it, but some checks I will be able to put more in and in the next month or so, I should be able to add upwards of $100 every two weeks.

Now, while I don't know the specifics of how this money will be used, the general idea is in place. It's my money to do with as I please. I graduate soon. I will have no real ties to Tucson any more, none that can't survive a little time away from me, that is.