sperbonzo, incredibly awesome analysis.

No worries, redwhiteandblue.

We'll clean up the oil, get the Beaches operational and fine the living shit out of BP and whomever is responsible.

You're stuck with bad teeth the rest of your life.

Ok guys, I think some of this information was helpful...but some of it just seems way off.
I was simply looking for some ways to cut corners around here. I think my original message sounded a little too dramatic. I'm just a bit nervous being in a new place...I'm not really nervous that I might go broke, lol.
My company is definitely helping to pay for things and I'm not too worried that I can't afford to live here. I just want to make sure I'm spending my money wisely while I'm here. I want to be as resourceful or "thrifty'' as I can be.

Anyways, thanks for the advice guys...I can always count on GFY to over-inform me!