Recent content by captain picard

Lol, well it's not a hard insistence-- she can certainly work longer if she can't live without the structure. My "insistence" would mostly be based on the fact that she's the type of generous soul that always wants to help others. This is reflected in the extra tasks and responsibilities she...

Great advice! While I'm not a Pollyanna by any means, I do tend to think of my marriage as the best tactical decision I've ever made--in addition to enjoying the company of my wife, of course. We dated and lived together for six years before marrying, had serious and laborious discussions about...

To everybody who has offered a response, a hearty THANK YOU! It's so encouraging to hear from other like-minded people forgive the late response but I was out of town. To fill in a few gaps for those who have asked various questions: 1. I will not have more than one child, unless the first...

Greetings, I'm 37 years old, married, no children (but we will likely have one child within a year or two). I have real estate investments that produce approximately $85,000 of taxable income per year after business deductions. I live in the Great Lakes region, so aside from high taxes it's a...

Thanks for the replies! I LOVE the idea of a government job (and its attendant pension benefits), but at 35 with no government experience I imagine I'd be under qualified for all but the most menial of occupations. IN addition, I'm not really looking for a 40-hour 9-5 type situation, although I...

I'm not sure I qualify as young, but I am a dreamer so I thought it best to post in this category. I am looking for a new career or business opportunity. I'd welcome any advice or opinions on the matter. A little background: I am 35 years old and living in the rust belt (Cleveland). I bought a...