• Poetry

    Sixteen

    16 months and 16 days 16 books read 16 blog posts 16 job applications 16 new co-workers 16 virtual meetings 16 hours in a summer day 16 new ways to work 16 new reasons to help those in need 16 more places on my travel list 16 new laws 16 moving boxes 16 memories to forget 16 opportunities for the future

  • Reflections

    Financial Independence

    Disclaimer: I am not a financial advisor. If you need financial advice, please reach out to a person who is certified or licensed in your local area. Use the links below to confirm the person you are speaking with has an Active status on their license/certification. Helpful Links: Financial Planner:  https://www.cfp.net/verify-a-cfp-professional Investments:  https://www.finra.org/investors/professional-designations/selecting-your-investment-professional Investments:  https://adviserinfo.sec.gov/ Auto Loans/Mortgages:  https://nmlsconsumeraccess.org/   Financial Independence “Having cash gives you flexibility” The Concept: The most basic version of this is shown in the quote above: being debt free and having cash set aside gives you choice. You could take a fun trip around the world.…

  • Photos

    Vacant

    Empty roads and empty buildings. Even if everyone was vaccinated, there is no telling what type of choice people will make about permanent Work From Home. Only time will tell.

  • Poetry - Reflections

    St. Margaret’s

    Sitting on a stone bench Memories flood over me The games of tag and ultimate frisbee Sunday school and youth group meetings Merit badges and scoutmaster conferences This beautiful place, once surrounded by trees Broken Progress has taken its toll Houses tower over the wooden fence that borders the cemetery The old chapel almost abandoned Saved only by the historical society My old Eagle Scout project still standing strong Once my sanctuary in times of need Now framed by constant construction Plots of land owned by old families of the past Sold for expansion purposes A new church family still…