end of the semester flurry

I have two class periods left before the end of the semester, which basically means I have two classes to finish the research project, plan and prepare the presentation, then stumble along to the other projects for a class I'm taking this summer! I've already had one paper due for that class, don't get me started - I know it's a process and it's to help us work on things gradually over the course of the year instead of trying to do forty hours of work in one shortened semester. That doesn't mean it's any easier. And then I really REALLY need to get the editing finished on this other paper that I'm trying to submit for publication - actually that might be able to occupy me on my flights. I leave for vacation in two and a half weeks and could not be more excited or ready!

That doesn't sound all that busy, does it? But it is, because it's in addition to working 40 hours a week, commuting 10 hours a week, fitting in exercise, playing with the dog and making sure she doesn't feel ignored, my standing appointments during the week, PLUS the holidays!? I hate the end of the semester flurry, but it's all worth it when the break begins! I get to take three glorious weeks off this year, and will be spending the first third in sunny Arizona and California visiting family and friends. Can.Not.Wait.

who needs to be a millionnaire?

I DO! I need to be a millionnaire because right now? All my clothes are too big. Which is a GREAT problem to have and believe me, I'm not complaining. I've lost almost 40 pounds (don't get too excited, I have a ways to go yet) and I've shrunk as much clothes as I can and it's not doing the trick. I just bought this fantastic pair of jeans, maybe four weeks ago. First jeans I've found in a while that I really liked, they fit well, great boot length; loved them. Spent money on them, these aren't like Old Navy throw-them-away-they-were-so-cheap jeans. I can't even keep them up - I had a momentary scare when my boot heel caught on the hem.

So on top of all that, I'm going on vacation in a month and I need a new wardrobe! A friend suggested I get some essentials (like the beloved jeans) tailored and taken in rather than spend money on clothes that I will only have to replace in another month anyway. Have any of y'all ever done that? Does it work well, or does it make the clothes look funny? Is it cheaper just to buy new clothes? I'd rather spend my vacation money doing fun things than on new clothes!