They aren't always skipped, are they?

Relying on last-minute deals is playing with fire. The anxiety ruins any potential savings. Airlines know people get desperate and hike prices. You might score once, but you'll lose more often. Smart money is on booking early when you see a good rate. Peace of mind beats a lucky break every time.

Ugh, glitter is the worst. I once found random purple glitter in my couch a full year after a birthday party. That stuff never dies.

Your friend's smarter than me, @the_abby. My idea of budget cooking is ordering takeout and regretting it later.

A friend sent me an article last year about people who found their calling through volunteer travel. One story was about a guy who built school benches in Guatemala and now runs a small carpentry shop. It really stuck with me. It seems like getting your hands dirty somewhere new can show you what you actually like doing. What kind of wildlife jobs are you looking at now?