Okay. So yesterday was pay day in Tokyo. Strangely, people in Japan usually get paid once a month. Which means, people here really gotta manage their money well or else they'll be screwed for the month.
Through a casual conversation I found out that a few co-workers live dangerously from pay cheque to pay cheque.
One guy only had 1000 yen left (about $10) in his wallet and zero in his bank the day before pay day.
Scary. I don't think I could sleep. I guess security means a lot more to me than fun o entertainment.
Anyway, my mid-month update:
1. So far I am doing very well. I earned "Free Money" of $110 (see previous post if you are interested).
2. I've only managed to spend about $120 on groceries for two people for 15 days!
3. I did my finally calculations for December 2006, and I had about $400 USD in excess after I've already put away 40% of my monthly income!
I am in great shape this month, though, some expenses are about to come since I will be on a mini-vacation to southern Japan next week for 5 days.
Nevertheless, my rewards travel fund should suffice.
Mid-Month Financial Checkup
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