“Do you feel like you’re oversharing?” a long time friend asked after reading a recent post. “Yes,” I shouted, “without a doubt!” “Then why are you sharing the messy parts of your life?” she asked. I’ve been pondering this question for a while. Over the years, I’ve written about infertility, chronic illness, a failed business, marital problems, and […]
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Could Thinking About Death Be Good For Us?
I roll over and click the tiny button that illuminates my watch. The time is 2:33 am. I hate waking in the middle of the night. It’s too early to start the day, so I stare at the ceiling fan and count down the minutes until morning. Here we go again. 2020 has brought this […]
I Don’t Want a Career Anymore. What Should I Do Now?
I don’t want a career anymore. I’m not interested in vying for raises, bonuses, or promotions. After my layoff, I thought I would return to my former profession, but now, I’m not so sure. It feels strange to make this declaration. My mind keeps swirling with conflicting ideas. Aren’t we supposed to covet our occupations? […]
What is the Best Part of Achieving Financial Freedom?
What does the term financial freedom mean to you? When you hear those words, what do you picture? Close your eyes for a moment and reflect on that phrase. What do you see? When I think about financial freedom, I envision young, wrinkle-free faces, posing on exotic beaches, sailboats, and RVs. The media often presents […]
Living Mortgage Free: Debt-Free for Life
In February of this year, my husband, two sons, and I walked into the bank and paid off our mortgage. Then we drove home, ate cupcakes, and celebrated the beginning of our mortgage free life! I’ve been dreaming about paying off my mortgage from the moment I signed up for it. My dad planted the […]