Or, The Most Redacted Blog Entry Ever.*
This Friday, my father will be flying into [Local Airport], because he will be participating in [Well-Known Competitive Event] in the area. (He'll be staying at my aunt's place, because I have a one-bedroom and my sofa is not a sleeper.)
Since he'll be staying for about a week, I asked if he wanted to attend any events in particular. He mentioned that [Famous Performing Troupe] was setting up a production of one of their shows here.
I agreed to coordinate dates with various family members and take care of ordering the tickets.
Now, despite the fact that I was paying with a credit card, and despite the fact that I know my dad will reimburse me when he gets here...
When I saw the grand total for the ticket prices, I still went "oof."
Buying things on a card still stings.
But I trust that the show will be really, really good.
*I may be paranoid, but at least I won't ever be Dooced.
This Friday, my father will be flying into [Local Airport], because he will be participating in [Well-Known Competitive Event] in the area. (He'll be staying at my aunt's place, because I have a one-bedroom and my sofa is not a sleeper.)
Since he'll be staying for about a week, I asked if he wanted to attend any events in particular. He mentioned that [Famous Performing Troupe] was setting up a production of one of their shows here.
I agreed to coordinate dates with various family members and take care of ordering the tickets.
Now, despite the fact that I was paying with a credit card, and despite the fact that I know my dad will reimburse me when he gets here...
When I saw the grand total for the ticket prices, I still went "oof."
Buying things on a card still stings.
But I trust that the show will be really, really good.
*I may be paranoid, but at least I won't ever be Dooced.
Labels: spending
3 Comments:
I have been to see a few Well Known Performing Troupes and I went "oof" just looking at the charges for Boyfriend and myself. Those things ain't cheap, especially after taxes and Ticketmaster fees. Why they charge you $2.50 to DOWNLOAD AND PRINT your tickets is beyond me. I like having a real ticket anyway.
Look at the bright side...if buying with a credit card it stings you that much you will probably never misuse it or max it out.
Now, enjoy the show without thinking about the charges. :)
Kira--I didn't have to pay Ticketmaster fees, but there were still random taxes and the stupid e-ticket charge. You're right. Why am I paying to do all the work for them?
golbguru--I plan on enjoying the show to the utmost. And thanks for the silver lining. [grin]
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