Check out the google homepage today. It’s a tribute to Freddie Mercury. Today marks what would have been the great performers 65th birthday. This is one of the most elaborate google art pieces to date. very cool!
For the few that follow this - which is not many… Here is what I’ve been geeking on lately:
I’ve been reading up on some the concepts of “stuffitice” and “consumerism”. I’ve also been studying time management techniques and reading a lot of personal finance blogs. So, my challenge for myself from now until the end of the year is to gain a more streamlined lifestyle. It all ties together like this: the more hobbies that require stuff, the more stuff I collect. Each piece of “stuff” eventually requires time and money, thus taking me away from spending time with the two most important kids in the world - Jonny and Molli. So, do I want the stuff? Guess not. Time management & personal finance goals accomplished in one shot.
Since collecting “stuff” had become a way of life for me, I am determined to set forth on a different path. Here’s the short term plan:
My inspiration:
Last time I was out in Phoenix visiting family, my brother-in-law got me reading www.getrichslowly.org which led me to www.earlyretirementextreme.com. The latter blog is more severe, but like many Catholics (a corrupt empire which I have long since abandon), I am picking and choosing with the viewpoints.
Stay tuned and I will try to give some updates as I take action!