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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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Personal Finance Perspective

Posted on December 27, 2015 by Tom Trimbath

Fasten seat belts, or the mental equivalent. Today I read something that convinced me to put personal finance (the inspiration for this blog) in perspective. They’ve finally proved that the universe is weird. As if you didn’t know that, but … Continue reading →

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Sustainable Versus Survivable

Posted on September 28, 2014 by Tom Trimbath

Watch the watchwords and catchphrases used by movements and causes. They shift, as language does, and also as people’s reactions are recognized. Sustainable was the word for several years. It was replaced by thriving. The real topic is how many … Continue reading →

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An Impressively Redefined Life – Paul Schell

Posted on July 27, 2014 by Tom Trimbath

Today Paul Schell died. Most people will have to do research to learn who he was. Most people will identify him by his job as Mayor of Seattle. On Whidbey he’s as well known for caring about a small town … Continue reading →

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Walls Fall

Posted on December 3, 2011 by Tom Trimbath

I discontinued my satellite service last year. (TV Less) Most of the news was commentary instead of reporting and the ads carried themes of either fear or unrealistic excess. My life became quieter. My stress reduced. I’m feeling much healthier … Continue reading →

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Whirling Dreams

Posted on August 6, 2011 by Tom Trimbath

Life without dreams is a lot of goal-less work. The financial turmoil has shelved lots of dreams, American and otherwise. This blog is inspired by my book, Dream. Invest. Live., and I admit reluctance to pointing that out. Two years … Continue reading →

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Substantial Story

Posted on February 16, 2011 by Tom Trimbath

A friend posted the query on Facebook, “What opens your heart?” My response was “another open heart.” One of my favorite things is listening to stories. From Garrison Keillor to a friend’s blog (Dave Day’s amazing life) to after-dinner chats … Continue reading →

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Tangible Wealth

Posted on February 10, 2011 by Tom Trimbath

Scrooge McDuck made his wealth tangible by filling a room with gold coins and then diving in. Ouch. Doing the same thing with paper money is softer, but no less ridiculous. Do you know where all that money has been? … Continue reading →

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Scotland – Chapter Two

Posted on September 28, 2010 by Tom Trimbath

Scotland is as varied as any country. Stereotypes make no sense. Yes, there are kilt makers and castles and golf courses, but even in one day’s walk I encountered rural, suburban, and the heart of Glasgow. Sheep, high-tech wind mills, … Continue reading →

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