After much hair pulling and stress, I finally got my fucking taxes done.

Filing your returns when you live overseas is quite a challenge, I just found, even though I have an extra 2 months to file (June 15th is tax day for expats). I didn't have all my records and I didn't have the software. I ordered Turbo Tax from Amazon and had it shipped to a PCV who was visiting her family in New Jersey. Then I had to install it on a computer with Internet access. Even though I was filing by mail, I had to "validate" the software which requires you to be online. (You can call an 800 number, but it only works from the Staes).

Since I was missing a few forms, I had to estimate (make up) figures for some dividends, interest and even one of my 1099. If I don't get audited, it will be the shock of the century.

When I took the two envelopes to SamoaTel this morning for posting, the woman at the desk resfused to post mark the stamps while I was there so I can only hope that they get in the mail in time.

At least next year, filing will be so simple. Only one W-2, and that for only 3000 bucks or so. I won't have to Itemize. What can I deduct? It should be a Fasi Keke (piece of cake).