It was chilly and rainy in Philadelphia on graduation day in May. But, nothing was going to dampen our spirits on the grand occasion of our older daughter’s graduation from a prestigious university. She worked hard for years at her academics and is one of those kids who just loves learning. Like her daddy and many of her relatives on both sides of the family, she is strong in … [Read more...] about Cum academiis antiquus, Initium
For Some, Retirement Is Simply the Luxury of Time
We recently attended a fundraising dinner event for a local charity. It was wonderful to see a big turnout from our small town. As I looked around the room, I noticed a few young people – in their 20s. But mostly, the faces belonged to Boomers and residents well into their 70s and 80s. I didn't know it yet, but I was about to hear how it's important to remember retirement is … [Read more...] about For Some, Retirement Is Simply the Luxury of Time
A Fresh Start on Personal Finances in 2013
We thought it would be really fun to host an AFS student during the school year. (AFS is an international study abroad program for high schoolers.) Giulia arrived from Italy in early August and we’ve spent the past few months showing her the highlights of New England. So what better way to kick off the New Year than a night in historic Boston? We enjoyed an Italian dinner in … [Read more...] about A Fresh Start on Personal Finances in 2013
“I’m winning the lottery so I can retire early!”
Sometimes you meet the most interesting people when you least expect it. A utility line was pulled out of the side of my house and the cable company came over to repair it. Steve, “the cable guy”, was very helpful in making the repairs from the bucket truck. When he came down from the telephone pole, I noticed that he was not a 25-year-old. He happened to mention that he … [Read more...] about “I’m winning the lottery so I can retire early!”
Boomers Turning 50: We’re Halfway to 100
Almost out of the clear blue there it was. The arrival of the big five-o. Fifty. Really? Yes, really. Looks like overnight I joined the ranks of other boomers turning 50. Shocking to think that a full half century has gone by. But, good to know that my younger daughter has been gleefully keeping track of this milestone. One night at the dinner table she announced, … [Read more...] about Boomers Turning 50: We’re Halfway to 100
