I resist following the suggestions of others.....

[Parts of this were originally written on 6/28/12.]

One of my friends -- Julie -- is quick to suggest ways for me to save money. From doing my own car maintenance, to getting get reduced-rate dental care from the local community college, or selling my excess things on Craigslist, to getting free boxes, she's suggesting things for me that she's done herself.

And frankly, I'm starting to feel that I'm being manipulated by her and her suggestions.

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