I finally separated my checking account into a private one so my mother doesn't snoop around in it. From now on, it's MY money. :D Downside is there's no safety net so I run out, I run out. No last minute deposits from my mom. Makes getting a job even more important, almost motivating in a way. However, while my finances are now my own, I'm not gonna spend like crazy. I don't have the cash for that. I will consider buying a commission or two from some people here, but using the Visa gift cards I got to save money. Cheap? Maybe. But money's money so... yah. Big milestone achieved. That is all. :3