Tuesday, July 2nd, was my first day of early retirement. It felt strange waking up without an agenda, no emails demanding my attention, no meetings to prepare for. Yet, old habits die hard. I kept checking my phone, looking for emails that no longer needed my response. I spent the morning weeding and cleaning up […]
Creating a New Routine in Early Retirement
Retirement marks a monumental shift in life—a transition from the structure of a 9-to-5 job to the undefined expanse of free time. While the newfound freedom is exhilarating, it can also be daunting. For many, the absence of a daily routine can lead to a sense of aimlessness. I believe that early retirement is the […]
Regret in the FIRE Journey: Reflecting on Career and Mentorship
The journey to Financial Independence Retire Early (FIRE) is often portrayed with a glowing halo of freedom, autonomy, and the endless pursuit of personal passions. The community surrounding this movement advocates for a life liberated from the conventional constraints of a 9-to-5 job, enabling one to live fully on their own terms. Yet, we seldom […]
Countdown to Freedom: Preparing for My Last Day at Work
As the clock ticks towards the day I bid adieu to my current job, the anticipation is not just about stepping into the unknown but embracing the freedom that comes with it. It’s a momentous shift, one that I’ve been planning with both excitement and a meticulous attention to detail. This transition isn’t merely about […]
Notice Given – Embracing Early Retirement
As I sit down to pen this post, a whirlwind of emotions courses through me. It’s a moment that marks both an end and a beginning – the decision to step into early retirement. This journey is not just a significant change in my life; it’s a transformation with the promise of new challenges and […]
Year 3 Done!
As we close 2023, it’s time to reflect on the financial journey of the past year. Let’s dive into some key highlights and metrics. Net Worth and Investments Starting Point: I opened the year with a clear focus, stepping in with purpose and a strategy set the previous year. From the outset, I was set […]
Year 2 DONE!
Somehow another year has passed on my Financial Independence journey. Many things have changed since I first started the website/blog. I’ve implemented a solid savings plan with clear goals, sketched out my timeline to FI, and I’ve documented my personal investment strategy. I completely missed my goal of posting an article a month, but honestly […]
Camp-FI Experience
Camp-FI was such an amazing experience and I highly recommend it to anyone on the journey to financial independence. The thing I’ve found most challenging about the road to financial independence is how utterly lonely it can be. Very few people in my personal life understand what I’m working toward and those who aren’t immediately […]
Camp-FI Rocky Mountains
I’ve decided to attend my first Camp-FI and I am excited to talk with other likeminded individuals following a similar path. If you aren’t familiar with Camp-FI you can check it out on their website, they offer annual gatherings in many locations around the US each year. I’ll be attending the second week of the […]
Working Through Insanity
I’ve mentioned a few times on this website that I am one of those lucky people who actually enjoys his work and company. I’m going to start off by restating that I still enjoy my work and company, but things have gotten INSANE recently. I knew work was on the verge of getting crazy as […]