Realization of Reality

Several things have come up to my attention. Very distressing things. Things that 13 year-old Fernando didn't have to deal with. Unfortunately, 18 year-old 'Nando does. And it starts with Wrestlemania 23.

Wrestlemania is the WWE's biggest show of the year. It holds a feeling of giddiness and enthusiasm to many wrestling fans. I got it last year and it was pretty sweet. Unfortunately, not this year. This year, the card isn't as great as last year. There are two championship main events where there hasn't been much build up, a "hair vs hair" that has caused Vince McMahon to show up on each WWE show and rant for 10+ minutes, and an 8-man ladder match which is crowded with too many good wrestlers (which hurts the already poor undercard). I feel like not getting it this year, as it seems of a waste of $50 that could be used for the following things that I've realized I WOULD and COULD need the money in the upcoming month or so...

1.) The AP Tests (each costs $13, totaling to $52 for the four tests I want to take)

2.) The ELM or EPT for CSU's (each is $18)

3.) [?] UC Entry Exams (not sure how much it costs, if at all, but I want to take it into consideration, just in case)

4.) The Motherfuckin' Prom (don't get me started...)

There are probably some other shit I can't remember at the moment. The point is that I need money, so I can't be spending my parents' money for a show that won't be worth $50. It could be used for something better. It is heat where it hit me: THAT...I...AM...NOW...IN...REALITY, where money is short and opportunity costs reign. I'm truly growing up, and it sucks ass!

My solutions...not get Wrestlemania, allow my dad to abduct me to his damn "jale", save some money, and find a job in the following weeks. Not out of high school and I am already worrying about money. Must come from looking for and working on scholarships. FUCK!!! Anyway, I needed to get that off my chest, so that is all for now.