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I have been very sick the past few weeks. While I fortunately have not had to be hospitalized or anything like that I have had to miss a lot of work (due to illness or doctors appointments) and yesterday I had to have a minor outpatient procedure. Unfortunately, the diagnosis remains unknown.

However, I almost suffered a major heart attack when I got word of my insurance deductible: $500!!! I was literally brought to tears. They couldn’t proceed with my scheduled procedure until my heart stopped racing so fast. They were so concerned about my heartbeat that they had to perform a few unplanned tests before they could even proceed with what I was there for. The only consolation was that I didn’t have to pay the full amount then, I could be billed for the remaining balance.

Was this suppose to ease my anxiety? I’m already in the process of paying down my credit card debt, repaying student loans, and maintaining a roof over my head. Now this.

How many times have you heard people say that they cannot afford to get sick.

But it isn’t your wallets that should be at the forefront of your concern. Your health should always come first. Right?

Now I have an account for just about everything but health related expenses. And my job does not offer anything like a Health Savings Account, where I would be able to set aside money for just this purpose. I’m seriously considering whether it would be beneficial for me to open some sort of savings account OR to roll healthcare into my emergency fund.

Does this situation constitute dipping into savings?

Congratulations to Miss Gaga! Her new album, Born this Way, is projected to sell 1 million copies in its first week. So money!

AND, do not forget to honor this Memorial Day Weekend for its original purpose: Thank You to all of those that have served and continue to serve our country.

First Lady Michelle Obama shut it down at the State Dinner hosted by the Queen herself in the almighty Buckingham Palace. Wearing a floor length Tom Ford original, Mrs Obama flawlessly showed the Brits how we do it in America.

First Lady in Tom Ford

Pairing the dress with simple accessories (chandelier earrings, silver clutch and opera gloves to match) the First lady continued to impress her gracious hosts.

FLOTUS in Barbara Tfank Resort 2011

Earlier in the week she once again proved that style can be achieved at every comfort level and age! Never one to shy away from some color (though it may be a little ‘Easter’ – Shut Your Mouth!) she packed one of her favorite designers,   Barbara Tfank. And decided to leave the pearls at home this time.

Don’t we just love her? Whether styling a chignon,  full bottom dress, kitten heels or studded belts she always looks effortlessly pulled together, chic and never cheap, regal yet oh so American.