six months in colorado

It's sort of amazing how quickly time can fly by. Since moving to Colorado in May, we have had quite a number of adventures. Unlimited local craft beer in a tiny stein. What's not to love? We went to Brewfest Under the Stars in Castle Rock. This was an evening of local craft beers, food trucks, … Continue reading six months in colorado →

journey to fi: september 2018 to november 2018 spending report

Mr. Smith and I have a dream of achieving financial independence (FI). We've been on this path for quite some time and now feels like the time that increased accountability through reporting our monthly finances. Every month, I'll report the percentages that we spent in each category, our savings rate for the month, and our … Continue reading journey to fi: september 2018 to november 2018 spending report →

confessions of an over-scheduler

I don’t know about you all, but I am a chronic over-scheduler. You know what I'm talking about with never-ending to-do lists in all parts of life, events to go to with friends and family, and trying to keep some semblance of health by prioritizing self-care. I especially feel it during this time of year … Continue reading confessions of an over-scheduler →