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So we finally funded a Fidelity cash management account and did enough to get the “free” CFP services. However, the initial consult left us with many questions. Thanks in advance if anyone is willing to share their thoughts and experiences. 1. The CFP services seem to add value but I’m...

Recently finished the Silo series by Hugh Howey. I enjoyed those so I looked for similar recommendations. So glad to now be in the middle of Pierce Brown’s Red Rising series of books. Love them. Elven got DW hooked. Guess I’m still a bit of a science fiction nerd. I really enjoy how a good...

Generally speaking I too typically see short-sighted, high risk decisions following the YOLO mindset. However, I must admit that I have made a few. To each their own. We are all granted choices and varying degrees of freedom in this life and I respect that. However, I personally disagree...

I didn't read all of the responses so please excuse me if this is not within the context. Regardless, your question is a tough and complicated one. Here's another. Do you want for anything? If so then run the numbers and make an educated decision. If not then enjoy the blessings of the moment.

Sorry for the loss. Death can be shocking. It shows no prejudice nor conscience. Part of my decision to resign was based upon the fact that I am truly blessed today but that there are no guarantees of my next breath, let alone tomorrow. I am trying to appreciate and enjoy the moment. Best regards.

It can be a lot of changes all at once. Was in our case anyway.

Congrats! Sounds similar to DW and me. If you are a little nervous then just leave on good terms and with good contacts. Although firecalc and other indicators showed us with a similar success rate, we decided to resign but to do something to avoid pulling out of savings until we make enough...

Carried our dog when there were lots of steps. I agree that no pet should be put down if they can have accommodations to enjoy most days. Our 17 year old rat terrier loved life even with some limitations. She'd didn't even seem to mind losing hearing as storms and fire works no longer scared...

God has been good to me. I personally believe that for me, no good days come without Him. That said, my best day is the one when I met my wife. The first day was so much fun that we ended up seeing each other for the next 78 days straight. Got engaged after 3 months and married 3 months after...

Interesting thread. Not a lot of new, groundbreaking ideas though. It really is as simple as Aesop's fable, "The Ant and the Grasshopper", IMO. Thankfully we are free to live as we choose. You can be the ant or the grasshopper or something in between. I can respect the decisions made by each...

RetiredandFree.....sounds great. I would love that. I recently did a thread about my "big adventure" plans for a three night river float trip living on what can be fished, gigged, or gathered. Also going to a free orienteering course being offered this Saturday. 4 hrs of classroom work then...

Prices have been out of control for the last couple of years. Hope they come back into line. Luckily got my TZ about 8 years ago when they were "cheap". Addams Family is on my wish list too. Simpsons Pinball Party, Lord of The Rings, and too many others. Good thing I am a tightwad with...

Got a new Concept 2 Rowing Machine. Did my first 2000 meters on that. Fun but harder than I thought! Seems to give a lot of my parts a good workout. Finished up with 30 minutes on the spinning bike.

LoneAspen, try not to let the electronics stop you if you are interested. In my case anyway, learning how to work on pins has been as much or more rewarding than playing them. There are some great sites with helpful people that are willing to assist those of us who are learning. Pinside.com is...

I can relate. Thought I would volunteer a lot too but have not as of yet due to similar reservations. Sort of hoping to hear enough inspirational experiences on this thread to help get me started in one direction or another. I ER'ed about 20 months ago but still enjoy do some occasional...