This post isn’t REALLY about personal finance, but strangely, almost always my “personal” posts do better than my carefully crafted financial education posts! So here you go!

Another interesting thing I’ve experienced as a content creator: When I meet someone in person who follows me, and they mention some of my content, they almost ALWAYS mention something personal. Things like “I really liked your birthday post” or “You went on that crazy sailing trip”. I try to make my infographics fun and entertaining, but there’s a lesson in there about what connects with people I guess!

Anyway, AS YOU READ THIS, I’m on a plane to Moab, Utah. I’ll be there for 10 days, but only six days are actually on the river. The rest is hiking and mountain biking around Utah. I’m going with four other friends. Traveling is something that I really enjoy and adds texture and variety to my life. I’m so thankful and grateful that I have been financially successful enough to say “yes” to any of these travel opportunities without even thinking about the cost.

When I was broke (most of my adult life from 22-35) I would ANGST over every tiny purchase. I’d still go camping, but I’d use old/borrowed/used gear. It was honestly fine! It’s certainly CONVENIENT now that I can make a list and just hit Amazon or REI to buy anything I want new. But there’s definitely a way to do it for half or less than what I’m paying here. I’m grateful for my newfound financial flexibility, but also thankful for my years developing the skill of frugality and the appreciation for what money can buy.

I’ve scheduled a few of my own posts, and outside of those Vivi and Shane will be picking up some of the extra slack making content while I’m away!

As always, reminding you to build wealth by following the two PFC rules: 1.) Live below your means and 2.) Invest early and often.

-Jeremy