Personally, I am always amazed at how much I have changed over the years. I’ve shared how I feel rich now and how just 10 years ago I was lost in life. A rather rapid turnaround you might ask, so what happened in between you ask? Let me share. So, 5 years ago, my life improvement plan was […]
Wandering the industrial section of the Thames Path
What better way to spend a lovely Sunday than a walk by the water? To get out and about in the fresh air and watch the landscape gradually change as you amble along? Hence last weekend I headed out to enjoy the Thames Path. Camera in hand, snacks packed in a bag and a cool friend for […]
The Caribbean, yet more Europe and the holiday I didn’t pay for – Countries 28 – 31
When I was growing up the most exotic and exclusive place you could go on your holidays was the Caribbean. The weather was awesome compared to the UK, there are beaches galore and a relaxing chilled way of life. The long flight and expensive resorts made it a pricey holiday and which I struggled to […]
The patriarchy is ever pervasive in 2018
It is no secret I am a feminist. I’m even bold enough to add it as the tagline of this blog. As a warning sign to misogynists – readers beware – feminist content ahead. And the news recently has had many, many shocking stories indicating the patriarchy is alive and kicking in 2018. Why am […]
What if I told you I half my projects were a failure last year?
So, we’re having a real-life conversation and I mentioned my 50% failure rate last year – how would you respond? I’ve found people tend to fall into a few camps: People who immediately give sympathy and assume failure is bad Those who then ask what you learned And finally, those who say you have not really […]
10 years ago I was lost in life – but I found my way
A decade is a long period of time. A lot can change in that time. Especially people. 10 years ago, I was not doing anything as exciting and ground-breaking as I was 20 years ago starting university. But what was 27-year-old me like? Did she dream of FIRE? Had she started seriously investing? Was she […]
Net Worth and other updates – August 2018 (+£6k)
As the weather turns more autumnal in London, it is a clear sign September has arrived. Which means it’s time to review August and get that spreadsheet updated. So how did the month stack up? Another solid performance numbers wise and a fun month.
Yes – I am rich now. And wealthy for that matter. And why labels matter.
In this 21st century of wokeness, it has never been more challenging to call yourself rich. But I am going there. I believe I am rich. And wealthy for that matter. Why am I going there? Even Jeremy Corbyn doesn’t call himself wealthy, despite all his socialist ideals, that house in Islington and a £138k salary. […]
F*ck – 20 years ago I was starting uni
Can you remember where you were in life 20 years ago? What you were doing, and what life was like? Moreover, could you have imagined your life today? Has your life been predictable? As these ideas permeate through your mind – how do you feel? Do you wish for your youth? Or are you grateful for […]
Do you have friends on your spending wavelength?
I’ll start with two unrelated statements: One of the keys to reaching FI is keeping your spending in check. You are the average of the people you spend the most time with. Both of these statements above I agree with wholeheartedly. Therefore, me being me, I am drawn to the intersection of these two ideas. […]