Mindy and I just got back from attending the Berkshire Hathaway (BH) meeting with a couple of friends. BH is the conglomerate famously run by Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger.The meeting consists of a 30 minute movie followed by a question and answer session.The event is quite the spectacle. Over 50,000 people travel from all over the world to … [Read more...] about Berkshire Hathaway 2023
March Performance And The Bidet Face Spray
My main goal* was to build an investment and cash portfolio of $1,120,000* ($1,000,000 to retire on and $120,000 to pay off the house) in 1500 days**, starting from 1/1/2013 and ending in February of 2017. I made my goal in 2016, my 1500 Days are over, and I’ve left my job. In the interest of openness, I’ll continue to share my numbers.Bidet … [Read more...] about March Performance And The Bidet Face Spray
I Bought A Chevy Bolt!: The Good, The Bad, And The Laggy
I drove an electric vehicle (EV) for the first time way back in 2015. It was a Tesla Model S, P85D:Vomit inducing acceleration!It was an epiphany. The Tesla was smooth, quiet, and crazy fast. After driving it very aggressively on an autocross course, I almost barfed. And I never get motion sickness. It was glorious.I knew that I'd have an EV some day. It was also … [Read more...] about I Bought A Chevy Bolt!: The Good, The Bad, And The Laggy
Tuesday Rant: Two Numbers
So I used to write a Rant series on this blog where I'd talk about things that annoy me. Example. In an effort to be more positive, I cut it out. However, sometimes I just can't help myself. I came across two ridiculous numbers recently...Everyday Nonsense*: $550 ClothespinHave you ever had any of the following thoughts?:Today is your lucky day! I bring you the … [Read more...] about Tuesday Rant: Two Numbers
Longmont Changes Name To Stashmont
Note: This post was originally published on 4/1. Take that as you will.Big news today in the FIRE community! The epicenter of the FIRE movement, Longmont, is changing its name. And it relates to the FI movement. With permission from local newspaper The Longmontian, I'm republishing an article from today's edition.In a stunning development, Longmont officials have … [Read more...] about Longmont Changes Name To Stashmont