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frugalprofessor Another month, another update. A few random comments. Good Reads/Listens/Watches Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less (link). Really good book about prioritizing all aspects your life. Paraphrasing some good quotes (I listened to the audio book): Every time we say yes to something non-essential we are saying no a host of potential opportunities down the … Read more
Another month, another update. A few random comments. Good Reads/Listens/Watches I mentioned this in a footnote a few months ago, but I spent three days this summer starting to write a “book” to my former self about money stuff. As of today, it’s basically 60 pages of tax optimization. It has a few typos and … Read more
This blog isn’t really about coupon clipping, but this deal was too good not to pass along. Blog readers Scott & Costblogger tipped me off to the deal. Detailed discussion here: https://slickdeals.net/f/11938079-humble-jackbox-party-bundle-pc-steam-games-you-don-t-know-jack-series-1-4-the-jackbox-party-pack-series-1-3-drawful-2-quiplash-fibbage-xl Looks like the deal expires in 11 days (around Aug 28 ish). For $12, you can purchase almost the entirety of the Jackbox suit (only … Read more
Obligatory trip report for my 2018 backpacking trip to the Wind Rivers. My other trip reports are found here: 2020: https://frugalprofessor.com/2020-wind-river-trip-report/ 2019: https://frugalprofessor.com/2019-wind-river-trip-report/ I’m convinced that nature is one of the greatest “frugality hacks” on the planet. But even more compelling, I’m convinced that nature is one of the greatest hacks (of any kind) … Read more
Another month, another update. A few random comments. Good Reads/Listens/Watches Really enjoyed this ChooseFI interview with Jillian from Montana Money Adventures (link). I like the annual goal-setting that she and her husband do. I particularly like the concept of deliberately cutting unnecessary things from your life in an attempt to achieve what you truly desire. … Read more
Another month, another update. A few random comments. Good Reads/Listens/Watches Hear me yak at Millionaires Unveiled Podcast: I have a strong aversion to hearing my own voice so I have yet to bring myself to listen to the interview, but I recall having a fun chat with Clark & Jace. Stitcher, iTunes, or Episode 33 here. … Read more