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Missing MVIS Catalysts

Posted on March 31, 2016 by Tom Trimbath

Surely, MicroVision and MVIS would finally get some good news in March. Or not. Provide four opportunities for positive surprises and at least one of them will succeed. Yes? Evidently, no. Oh yeah, and then there was the one big … Continue reading →

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Shifting Silly Plans

Posted on February 16, 2016 by Tom Trimbath

Ignore the calendar. Spring is here. My potatoes and garlic told me so. So did the skunk cabbage. I don’t know who or what to thank or blame, but in my pantry and outside potatoes and garlic are sending out … Continue reading →

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Pop Goes The Power

Posted on February 5, 2016 by Tom Trimbath

Here comes the wind again. Rushing in, flying branches, popping power lines, simultaneously encouraging quick writing and a post about frugality. Let’s see if I can get this done before the lights flicker again. One of the advantages of frugality … Continue reading →

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The Frugality Of Hiking

Posted on September 27, 2015 by Tom Trimbath

I may not have much money, but at least I have a long list of frugal activities – until I added up the costs. The best things in life are free, and enjoying nature sounds like it should be one … Continue reading →

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Just Keep Pedaling Anniversary

Posted on September 11, 2015 by Tom Trimbath

“Do nothing and nothing remains undone.” – Tao Te Ching, Lao Tzu Fifteen years ago I played hooky from life for a few weeks. I got on my bicycle on an island in the northwest corner of America and aimed … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Projects Progressing

Posted on August 8, 2015 by Tom Trimbath

Celebrate progress. Some friends have launched a new phase of their business. I’m launching into a new phase for mine, too. Slow, steady effort creates progress. Sometimes it is hard to see it from inside, but it happens. It should … Continue reading →

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Triple Whammy Fourth Anniversary

Posted on August 4, 2015 by Tom Trimbath

Has it really been four years? Four years ago my life changed from semi-retirement to scrambling to survive. Survival may sound like hyperbole to some, but to anyone who realizes they may lose their house, may lose a way to … Continue reading →

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Such A Deal

Posted on May 27, 2015 by Tom Trimbath

Such a deal! A representative of one of my publishers called today with a deal. It was so nice of them to remember me. We talked for about ten minutes and I had to turn down their offer. I could … Continue reading →

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Foot In The Mouth Palm To The Forehead

Posted on May 13, 2015 by Tom Trimbath

A far too common condition: putting my foot in my mouth while giving my forehead a slap with my palm. I may not be able to lift my foot to my mouth like I did in college days (was I … Continue reading →

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Tax Weirdness 2015

Posted on April 12, 2015 by Tom Trimbath

Ah, spellcheck, you’ll be asked to work hard tonight because filing today’s taxes was taxing and the recovery cocktail couldn’t wait for me to finish dinner and the blog. Taxes were so much simpler (and sometimes cheaper) when I was … Continue reading →

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