Costa Rica: A Cheat Sheet

As you might know, I’m a super nerd. Before I visit a country I write up a short dossier with quick information people need to know before going there. I also update this info when I get back with fresh knowledge! Continue reading “Costa Rica: A Cheat Sheet”

Testing My Early Retirement Schedule

A common response when hearing my early retirement plans is to ask why I don’t just insert the life I want to lead in retirement into NOW. I’ve explored how that doesn’t work for me from a work perspective, but I’d like to explain how it doesn’t work at its core. Continue reading “Testing My Early Retirement Schedule”

How I Saved 85% On A Cavity Filling

So I’ve been a little too familiar with dentists in my life. When I was young, all my baby teeth were perfectly aligned in my mouth, which was great for my child acting career (kidding), but apparently not great for my future dental care. Continue reading “How I Saved 85% On A Cavity Filling”

What Does “A Purple Life” Mean?

There is an idea in The Matrix that I find almost as interesting as the film’s main premise. It’s the idea of a “Residual Self Image.” If you haven’t seen the film, WHAT IS WRONG WITH YOU?! Please go watch it now. It’s one of my favorites and it forever changed my 9 year old heart. Go on – I’ll wait… Continue reading “What Does “A Purple Life” Mean?”

Why I’m Never Getting Married

My partner and I recently celebrated a decade of being together and with Valentine’s Day right around the corner, this seems like the perfect time to dive into another ‘weird’ (so I’m told) life choice of mine.

My partner and I are never getting married. Fundamentally, we both just don’t want to for a number of reasons. Continue reading “Why I’m Never Getting Married”

Lessons Learned From My First Dry January

At the end of every year I analyze all the data I’ve collected the past 12 months to decide if I should make any changes moving forward. I’ve done this with my financial goals, my non-monetary goals and privately I do the same with my consumption of food and alcohol. Continue reading “Lessons Learned From My First Dry January”

My First Podcast Interview: The FIRE Drill Podcast

Despite being a client service person in the marketing industry, I hate any form of public speaking. Whether it’s a presentation to show new creative to a client, an internal meeting I’m leading with 10 people or even a call I’m wrangling, these events strike fear into my heart…This might be another reason why you shouldn’t choose a profession based on the dress code, but sadly that ship sailed 8 years ago. Continue reading “My First Podcast Interview: The FIRE Drill Podcast”

How I Made Six Figures By 27

My Mom spent her 30 year career working for giant companies – big conglomerates that are household names. They had a strict dress code: heels, pantyhose, and stuffy suits. I would see her come home every day, instantly change her clothes and breathe a sigh of relief. Continue reading “How I Made Six Figures By 27”