Travel off‑peak — Shoulder seasons (late spring, early fall) cut prices 30–50%. Same great weather, fewer crowds, cheaper everything. Use…
If It Ain’t Broke, Don’t Try to Fix It
I’m all for improvement. If something has a legitimate problem, fix it. If there’s a glitch, repair it. If you…
How My Mindset Affects My Financial Success
Your mindset doesn’t guarantee financial success, but it greatly influences the decisions that lead to it. People who succeed financially…
The Gig-Economy Hamster Wheel
How does your mind I understand the attraction of gig work. Whether it is driving for Uber, delivering for DoorDash,…
Have Their Politics Changed—or Just Their Social Circle?
One of the strangest things in today’s political climate is watching financially successful friends drift away from the conservative principles…
The year my girls were toddlers
If I could relive one year of my life, I wouldn’t choose the easiest or most fun year—I’d choose one…
Are You Approaching 70? Sarcopenia May Be Sneaking Up on You
Sarcopenia—the gradual loss of muscle mass and strength—can creep up on you without your realizing it. You may not notice…
Note to All Tech Companies: If It’s Not Broken, Don’t Fix It
There is a strange phenomenon in the human brain: when we see something different, we often assume it must be…
When Capitalism Stops Working for the Majority
The bottom line is this: when more voters cannot make ends meet—or must depend on government programs to survive—than voters…
My five favorite apps are:
Apple Maps — I use it constantly. I love knowing where I’m going, how long it will take, and finding…
a beautiful crystal chandelier
The best thing I ever randomly found on the street was a beautiful crystal chandelier that I sold for about…
Honestly, I wouldn’t be doing any job.
If the Salary Were the Same, What Job Would You Be Doing Right Now—and Why? Honestly, I wouldn’t be doing…
