Me:	They have those lucky cats at the Asian market here. They just sit in the windows, waving their asses off, being adorable and mesmerizing. I think I want one.
Eryk, in Japan:	You want a good story for the rest of your life? Next paycheck, just spend the entire thing on lucky cats. Don't even think about anything else. Live with the consequences for as long as you have to.
Me:	This is the best advice I've ever received.
Eryk:	Wisdom of the Orient, bro.