Living Broke SUCKS! (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780989874793)

I prefer to consider myself a "writer" and not an author. Author sounds too snooty. I'm unimpressed with myself. As a writer I pass my thoughts along to those who are interested in reading them. Writing requires me to clearly define what is in my mind, put it on paper (or a screen), and convey those thoughts and meanings into another person's mind. I like that challenge. I am an Unapologetic Capitalist. I hold no allegiance to any political party. I support whoever has a good idea. I openly admit that I am cheap. People who know me say, "Oh Mark, you're just frugal." No I'm not, I'm cheap. I don't cheap out on quality, I mostly buy quality products. I don't cheap out with my friends-I share what I have and what I can afford. I am cheap with myself and with my money. I'm not greedy or money grubbing, but I'm cheap in that I won't buy something simply because I can afford it or it falls within my budget. I follow my own advice and wait before making large purchases (unless it's an emergency). I'm cheap because I think through my purchases. "Do I really need this? Do I already own something that will suffice? Will this enhance my life? Will this bring an experience of joy?" I live within a budget and I always pay myself first. If I changed my behavior and became looser with my money I would slowly begin eroding at my own financial security. I've seen me do it in the past. I know from experience that living broke sucks. My personal goal is to continue honing my craft as a writer. The more people I meet, the more I learn. With that, I hope to expand my personal creativity. I write for my own enjoyment, full gratification comes when other people also enjoy my work. I'm not fond of criticism, but I do welcome your feedback. Thank you for spending your valuable time reading something I have created. Humbly yours, Mark A. Tuschel