i got the name spelled backwards thing pretty much right away, but what can I say? lol that used to be a big thing back in the day..
but, yeah, probably not going to get a printer handed to you, Brandon.
While they are not terribly expensive anymore, they do cost enough that most people will not just give one away.
Carl's suggestion of going out and doing yardwork, or something similar, to earn a few bucks is an excellent one. Even high school kids can do this. How are you with little kids? Babysitting is another option (and yes, boys can do that)
Not sure where you live, and it really doesn't matter. I am sure there are older folks around that would appreciate a healthy young man coming and doing some yardwork - mowing, raking, snow shoveling if you live in an area that gets snow - that they might be struggling with, and would gladly pay a few dollars for the help with.
If you are truly "hooked" as you claim, you will find a way to earn the money to buy one, even a used one, to get started with.
Ask for cash for a "printer fund" for birthdays & holidays, instead of presents. There are a multitude of ways you can do this, but it is going to take determination and perseverance to make it happen.
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