Tax Day 2010

Monday night I had the joy of filing my taxes -- and, in turn, accepting the sad realization I'll be living off Top Ramen and the McDonald's $1 menu for the next few weeks.

My only consolation: Things could be worse.

Just check out this piece from Divine Caroline, where one woman asks for advice after learning her new fling might have debt approaching $100,000.

Her quandry: Should excessive debt alone be a dealbreaker?

It's a tough question, especially in this economy. Debt doesn't necessarily mean somebody's not determined or a good worker.

But at the same time, there's something a little unsettling about knowing at a relationship's onset that you'll likely be the one picking up the tab for every fancy dinner.

Money can't buy love, but a certain level of financial certainty eases a relationship's stresses.

Thoughts?