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The Buck Stopper: Cutting Back

3/30/2012

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At daybreak on Thursday, my wallet was feeling a little lighter than I thought it would at this point in my little experiment. With the weekend approaching, and with just over thirty dollars left to spend, today is the day to cut back.

However, I vowed to lead an active lifestyle this week, spending as much time as possible out and about the bustling city of Providence.  The key for today is to get my budget back on track, and ensure that I have enough scratch to make it through the weekend.

So, I started off my morning with some good ol' Folgers Crystals, walked down to the shore and cast a few reels.  It was the first time I had been fishing this year, so I came back empty handed, but it's always nice to have a reason to stand on the shore.

After giving up on fishing, I headed downtown to see what kind of other things I could get into.  As I rolled past Kennedy Plaza, I saw the numerous food trucks that have sprung up and taken over Providence.  These converted catering trucks offer Mexican, Asian, BBQ, sandwiches, or coffee, and have the mobility and utility to bring themselves to the crowds, and not visa-versa.

Feeling hungry, I stopped by the Polo Loco truck, and enjoyed a couple of their delicious Pork Tacos. It was nice enough, so I sat down on a nearby bench to ensure that I would spill meat and/or cheese all over my pants.

The clouds rolled in, and it looked like rain, so it was time to head indoors.  I stopped by a local Red Box to pick up a cheap movie rental.  I grabbed The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo, which is not usually the type of movie that I like, but i was willing to give it a shot. Plus,for just over a buck,  I knew I was going to get my money's worth.

Anyways, Let's check in on my daily tab:

Daily Expense Report

Poco Loco
2 Tacos + Tip
$ 5.00

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RedBox
1 Movie
$ 1.29 

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Providence-Area Food Trucks
Poco Loco 
(Mexican)
Usually Located: Various spots in and around Prov

Mama Kim's 
(Korean BBQ)

Usually Located: Kennedy Plaza, Thayer

Ma's Kitchen 
(Greasy Spoon Diner)

Usually Located: Kennedy Plaza

FanCHEEZical 
(Grilled Cheese)

Usually Located: Kennedy Plaza, W. Broadway, Thayer

Haven Bros 
(Diner - The Original Truck)

Located next to City Hall, Evenings since 1888

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Intro: The Buck Stopper
Day 1: Blast Of A Monday
Day 2: Back On Track
Day 3: Gas Hole
Total Remaining Funds

$ 24.14
-Kevin Aherne
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