by : Jim Williams

When I graduated from college and decided to move to the big city, I knew that money was going to be spent wisely. I managed to rent an apartment for much lower than I had foreseen but I still knew I needed money for utilities and other required items.

I have a sound job but it doesn't pay enough money to supply me with much disposable income. So I needed to acquire ways to cut corners anyway viable. I started to visit garage sales to ascertain many miscellaneous items for decorating my pad.

I also searched through clearance bins and collected as many coupons as I could for department stores. I was quickly discovery things that are my style and saving scores of money. Another important part of my living position is entertainment.

I am not big on music, but I am big on watching TV. I knew I had to invest in a good television if I invested in anything. I was even prepared to eat Raman Noodles every night for a month so I could save up enough money for an HDTV.

I am not a typical early 22 year old who just places everything I can't afford on a credit card. Instead, I will make sacrifices so I can pay for what I want with good ol' money. After I saved enough money, I called the cable provider to see how much per month I would have to pay to have HD service.

The cable company said that it would be almost $10 more a month. I budgeted it into my financial situation and left the apartment to purchase my first HDTV. When I arrived at the electronics store, all of the HDTVs overwhelmed me.

I knew I didn't want a gigantic tv but I craved one that was big enough. While I was looking around, I couldn't believe the HD pictures on the televisions. They were so crisp and I could hardly wait to get it in my apartment so I could watch my most favorite shows in HD.

I settled on a 37 inch because it seemed to be large enough for my living room. It looks terrific against my picture window. I was even able to organise my furniture perfectly around it so when all my buddies come to visit everyone can see what I have on.

I am even planning a party for all of my buddies at work. The primary feature will be some pleasing food and a flick on my wonderful screen.