Dry Cleaning Part Two (and other assorted expenses)

I finally got around to picking up the rest of my dry cleaning.  The cost was $16.83.  Most likely, this will be the last time you see a dry cleaning expense for the rest of this experiment, as I rarely go to the dry cleaners.

While I was out, I stopped at the Post Office and bought a book of Forever Stamps (I was out) for $7.92. 

I also mailed my water bill today - $25.98.

Why does it feel like I am spending lots of money with nothing to really show for it?   :)