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We are a family of four, taking calculated financial risks to have some fun and see the world. We will be chronicling the successes and failures, both financially and generally.

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From Our Blog Posts

  • reservoir

    Self Discovery And Fun On Purpose

    This was a tough week for me as I was recovering from being sick while working through my continuing existential crisis. I need to remind myself that it’s really a self discovery process. I’m figuring out what I am outside of the job I used to do, and outside of international…

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  • recipe

    Homemade Tortillas: A Mission To Achieve Better Taste

    Part of Cost Per Calorie — see the full index Store bought tortillas are not something to be enjoyed so much as they are a tool. They are great for wrapping, containing, and delivering other delicious foods to your mouth. In recent years I’ve wanted something better than a tool, so…

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  • morning oats

    Morning Oats: A Better Breakfast for $1.00

    Part of Cost Per Calorie — see the full index For a while, my wife and I tried to convince ourselves that overnight oats were a good idea. You mix everything the night before, tuck it into the fridge, and wake up to… a cold, slightly gloopy jar of “breakfast.” It…

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