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Ten Years Of Dream Invest Live

Posted on November 5, 2018 by Tom Trimbath

It started the day after the election. Barack Obama had been elected. A dramatic change was taking place from the Bush/Cheney era. The world sighed in relief. America wasn’t as crazy as it looked. The ‘it’ in this case is … Continue reading →

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Gig Changes August 2018

Posted on August 27, 2018 by Tom Trimbath

The only constant is change. As of September 1st, my list of gigs will shift by one. The total will stay the same; but, thanks to what’s happening in a few of my other gigs, my title at the museum … Continue reading →

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Misunderstanding Is Normal

Posted on August 8, 2018 by Tom Trimbath

“Why would they do such a thing?”, one of the most common questions in human existence since the invention of language besides “What’s for dinner?” “Why would you do such a thing?” That’s asked a lot less because it is … Continue reading →

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Perspective Shift – July 2018

Posted on July 12, 2018 by Tom Trimbath

My perspective is shifting, and returning to an almost-forgotten feeling. This is a good, precious, and to some people, unbelievable moment. I’m welcoming it, but I’m also making sure I remember both sides, the before and the after. The difference … Continue reading →

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Fighting Depression

Posted on June 10, 2018 by Tom Trimbath

At various times, I’ve been cautioned not to write about this, but a string of news stories, fresh data, and conversations with friends came together for this post. It is not easy to write. Challenging taboos isn’t easy. Exposing vulnerabilities … Continue reading →

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Small Towns Rejoice

Posted on May 29, 2018 by Tom Trimbath

Small towns rejoice! The data are in. Living in a small town correlates well with happiness. The farther someone is from a city, the happier they tend to be. Cities rejoice! The data are in. Living in a city makes … Continue reading →

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A Day In The Gig Economy – 2018

Posted on May 23, 2018 by Tom Trimbath

I thought it was silly when I first heard a futurist predict that the next generation would have seven careers in their life. Retirement would take on a new meaning. Allow me to take this opportunity to count whether I … Continue reading →

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Stocks Houses Books

Posted on May 9, 2018 by Tom Trimbath

They handed me a pink envelope, which means it is time to raise a glass. I also suspect someone is popping champagne corks while others are at least hoisting a beer. It has been a good day, and feels like … Continue reading →

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My House Appreciation

Posted on May 2, 2018 by Tom Trimbath

Curse you, Sean Keeley! I was going to write about house prices and their appreciation. He beat me to it. That’s okay. He’s writing for a national audience from Neighborhoods.com. I’m writing about my house and more than just appreciating … Continue reading →

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Growing Up American Or America Growing Up

Posted on April 13, 2018 by Tom Trimbath

America is growing up, or at least growing older. Sometimes the world works in ways that lets one job work for two. This blog is about personal finance, frugality, and community. (Based on my book; Dream. Invest. Live.) Thanks to … Continue reading →

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