Day Two of Cash Only

It struck me today that my little experiment isn't really going to yield the sort of results that will be meaningful. I say this because I started after I already had groceries for the week, and my car won't need to be filled up during this time, either. Also, because I am intent on observing how paying for all purchases with cash will affect my spending habits, I'm pretty sure that I am being more frugal than usual in order to really see if I can do it.

"So what's the point?" I started to wonder. "Is only using cash for the week really a meaningful experiment?"

Well, maybe scientists would fault its construction a bit, but I've decided there is still value in my experiment--if for no other reason than the fact that I am saving money. That's the point, right?

Today I skipped buying coffee and drank a bottled iced coffee that I had purchased some time back. I packed a lunch, and when I was thirsty in the afternoon, I filled my water bottle. Tonight, I cooked dinner and ate at home. No errands today, so no non-food-related desires to spend money.

I realize that some days will include necessary expenses--not all days can go as smoothly as today. But at the same time, going through a day without spending any money brings a good feeling. So far, so good.

Total money spent: $0.00.