Thank you to Dana from Kiss My List who tagged me! It’s been a blast getting to know more about my blogging friends. Five Things I Have a Passion For Writing Reading classic literature and award-winning fiction Food & wine Exploring…
Money Monday: One Million Dollars
No we did not win the lottery. In fact, we will be in the red by going into debt by close to a million dollars. That’s a lot of zeros! You do not retire at the age of 55 by…
Hiking the Sequoia Audubon Trail in Pescadero
I’m baaack! After working 12 days straight with the exception of the 4th of July, I had to step away from the blog and social media for a while. I was also pretty exhausted and cranky. But now I’m ready…
Is Emotional Cheating Worse Than Physical Cheating?
I am so excited to introduce you to Yvonne Chase, a fellow blogger from the SITS Girls network. The first time I happened upon her blog, I immediately emailed and asked if she would consider guest posting. Yvonne is a…
Amy at The Bloom-Print Project
Thanks for bearing with me as I wind down an intense period at work. I am counting down the hours until 5pm Friday! I am exhausted, sleep-deprived and desperately in need of a vacation. I want to introduce you to…
Make New Bloggy Friends
It’s time to find new blogs and make friends. I love connecting with more people in the blogosphere! You can choose to follow the cohosts in whatever way is best for you! Bloglovin happens to be my favorite follow method,…
Money Monday: The Rigors of Getting a Mortgage in this Economy
My friend Affinity who wrote this fantastic post on retiring early, agreed to write another post on getting a mortgage in this challenging environment. She made the move from San Francisco to Oakland and had this important advice to share….
Blurbs for the Brain: Mommy, Are We Rich?
A round-up of thought-provoking ideas or research I’ve come across while reading newspapers and magazines. Wall Street Journal – the Journal Report – Wealth Management How do you keep heirs from losing their work ethic? Eleanor Blayney, consumer advocate of…
Status Update: How Many Hours Until Happy Hour
Life’s been unbelievably crazy, as always. I’ve been going to sleep late and waking up early, I’ve got so much to do. This is my busiest time at work. Even though tomorrow is a holiday, I’ll be back in on…
Money Monday: Missed Housing Opportunity
I have a set of housing criteria which filter out some real housing gems. One of these criteria is a parking spot which this condo in the Inner Richmond does not have. It’s already in contract and I swear if…