When Susan and I decided to move to Spain, we were living in a 2400+ square foot home that we‘d managed to comfortably fill during the 15 years we’d spent …
My Downsize Push Back… Can I Be Helped?
The culling that happens with any downsizing effort should kick the twin beasts of want and really want right in the butt. But not always. You would think that after …
Library Cards Are as Powerful as Credit Cards for Overseas Living
I was in the fourth grade and I’d spent three years in the slow reading group when, with the flip of some internal switch, I could READ! Not just words …
Living Small: Our Approach to Consumption
When Susan and I decided to retire a year early, I worked out a comprehensive financial plan for early-retirement. The plan called for us to conscientiously economize for two years, …
A Quick House Sale Makes for Our Busy July
Due to a hot housing market, we faced down the challenge of downsizing our 2400 sq ft home to the few boxes we’re bringing to Spain in 30 days. It …
Why We Started Streaking at Our Age
I remember streaking back in the 1970’s. I even tried it a few times…with friends under the cloak of darkness when not many people were around. It was a youthful …
I Thought My Stuff Was Different
I thought my stuff was different, confessions after a first time garage sale. I thought my stuff was different, confessions after a first time garage sale. We aren’t garage sale …