I hate hate hate name dropping, but today, I must tell a story I've never told before; how I met Mr. Money Mustache. That isn't the focus of the post though. That is even better. We were in a bad place at the end of 2012. We had moved to Colorado, but hated our new town. Our neighbors were materialistic and shallow. Within two weeks of arrival, we were determined to move back … [Read more...] about Friday Gratitude: Full Circle
Friday Mindfulness
Friday Gratitude: Goodbye Office
Way back in 2002, I was working as a software developer for a life insurance company. The job was close to home and I enjoyed the work. My coworkers were a smart and fun group of people.I was happy.On a random Thursday, the CIO announced a new cost saving measure; he'd replace us with cheap programmers from India. We were directed to help transition our jobs to our new … [Read more...] about Friday Gratitude: Goodbye Office
Friday Mindfulness: Open Eyes
I’m trying to be happier, so on Fridays, I’m writing about all of the stuff that has put me in a good mood lately. Stop gagging! Hey, I'm serious.Writing these posts is a worthwhile exercise because it causes me to focus on positivity. One of my favorite things to do is wander aimlessly. On my walks, I look around and take notice. It's amazing what you see if you … [Read more...] about Friday Mindfulness: Open Eyes
Friday Mindfulness: Confession, I’m Polyinvestmentamorous
Happy happy, joy joy! I'm trying to be happier, so on Fridays, I'm writing about all of the stuff that has put me in a good mood lately. Hey you, stop gagging!Anyway, this is a great mind exercise because knowing that I have to write this post makes me focus on positivity. Today, I write about Transformers and my alternative lifestyle (I'm polyinvestmentamarous). Don't … [Read more...] about Friday Mindfulness: Confession, I’m Polyinvestmentamorous
Friday Mindfulness: Wonderful Warren, Pianos and NYC Pizza
In an effort to be happier, I'm working at being mindful of all of the great things going on in my life and beyond. It isn't easy, but these post help me ignore the crap and focus on all that is good.Warren BuffettWarren Buffett released his annual Berkshire Hathaway letter last Saturday. It's impossible to read it and not be happy and optimistic. Here are some of my … [Read more...] about Friday Mindfulness: Wonderful Warren, Pianos and NYC Pizza