In your face IRS!

So I managed to drag myself over to my computer, gather my W2s and student loan interest statements, and filed my taxes this weekend. Hooray! Jessica said I could get more money back if I deducted our dinners (we write at night), and movie tickets (research) but I haven't been diligent about my reciepts. Next year, Uncle Sam is going to get taken to the cleaners.

Anyway, in 10-16 days I will be collecting some cash, and the age-old question has arisen - save the money and plan to move, or screw it and go to Europe? There are pros and cons to both suggestions, and the basic "instant gratification" premise with which to wrestle. I also toyed with the idea of using the money as a downpayment on a repossessed home, and becoming a slumlord. So many choices!