Book Review: How Countries Go Broke

Ray Dalio’s “How Countries Go Broke” stands out as an ambitious and timely exploration of the cycles that drive nations into debt crises and fiscal collapse. With a data-driven lens honed by decades of macro investing, Dalio weaves history, economics, and on-the-ground warning signs into a remarkably coherent framework that feels especially relevant in today’s …

Let That Go

I recently was recommended a book for my TBR that couldn’t be more timely for Shadow Season, Heidi Priebe’s This is Me, Letting You Go. Written for anyone who has ever had to release someone or something they love, this book is equal parts poetry, reflection, and gentle guidance through the often-painful process of letting …

Better In My Head

This past week, I traveled to Sequim, WA for an exploratory trip to see if perhaps this would be my next relocation destination. I had targeted Sequim, on the Olympic Peninsula, nestled between Port Townsend and Port Angeles, for its near perfect weather (by PNW standards). After some research and a whole lot of YouTube …

I Am Charlie Kirk

I am not old enough to remember the assassination of President Kennedy, nor of Martin Luther King, Jr. I do remember the murder of John Lennon. This week, a United States Citizen, husband, father, activist, and patriot – Charlie Kirk – was assassinated on a college campus for speaking his mind. Make no mistake – …

Lighthouse Keeping

In preparing for my vacation to Sequim, WA this week (road trip!), I came across a very cool option – if you have a love of lighthouses like I do. How about being a lighthouse keeper for your stay? It’s possible, at the New Dungeness Lighthouse. Check it out: Though I won’t be staying here …

Lottery Dreams Need a Plan

If you – like I – was one of the millions of people who bought a lottery ticket this week for the record-setting Powerball drawing, you might be imaging all kinds of scenarios around waking up a winner. But what would you actually do if you won? Suddenly coming into a large – or very …

Writing with A.I.

Writers I know fall into two camps these days on the topic of artificial intelligence – hard yes, and hard no. But if you want to consider the ways artificial intelligence might be useful, don’t despair – there are plenty of resources for you! Writing with AI: A New Chapter in Creativity For centuries, writers …

Slow Travel – Albania

If you’re searching for an affordable, scenic, and welcoming place to escape the EU visa stay restrictions during your slow travel, Albania is quickly emerging as one of Europe’s best-kept secrets. With beautiful Adriatic beaches, vibrant cities, warm local culture, and a cost of living far below Western norms, Albania offers retirees a chance to …