Ahhh.. Well being as "old" as you are I can see why this sort of carrying on might not be comfortable for you. Twenty three is pretty much the end when it comes to just enjoying yourself for once. Since you are 24 this must be an outrage.
If that were true I would have stopped having a good time sixteen years ago man, While I might not be able to hang like an 18 year old.... I'm not as close to dead as you are.. lol
As far as people spending money.... man this is nothing. I am from Detroit where they spend millions to impress potential clients. The automotive industy has been doing that for years and I am sure that industry is not alone. This indusrty is no different. I would bet the people throwing the "big" parties are more then getting a $1.00 return on their investment. They will most likely get that while the party is going on. Your yearly "Doctor" salary is most likely their weekly salary.
So... my advice to you would be.... enjoy yourself. Stop worrying what other people are spending. As long as its not your money whats the problem?
By the way... I am bring a few of those 18 year olds with me. They happen to be female and I bet they will be running around naked from time to time.
