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Financial Freedom

Our approach to finances, budgeting for a different lifestyle, and redefining wealth. Practical insights about living well with less and funding adventures.
Aug
03
Two small dogs (one white and scruffy, one black and white) lay on a concrete patio with leashes, looking out at a lake and trees in the distance.

Less Hustle, More Life: How Our Downsize GAVE Us Time (and a Lot Less Anxiety!) | Week 30 Post-layoff

Less hustle, more life. Remember those days? The ones where your calendar was jam-packed, where "free time" was
5 min read
Jun
22
White rental van in parking lot on moving day.

From Mortgage Payment to Debt-Free Overnight | Week 24 Post-layoff

We closed on our house, realized we're completely debt-free for the first time ever, and we're living in the space between our old life and new one.
5 min read
Jun
08
Vietnamese banh mi sandwich with tofu and fresh vegetables on crusty bread, served with pickled vegetables and sauce at a local restaurant.

From Mediterranean Cafes to Texas Tiny Homes: Recreating the Life We Fell in Love With | Week 22 Post-layoff

How a 2022 Mediterranean cruise from Barcelona inspired our 2025 tiny home lifestyle. From 25% housing costs to 2% - recreating European pace in America.
7 min read
May
18
Two small dogs standing on a wooden floor watching while a gray cat sits on a buffet table in the background. The dining area appears tidy and staged for a home showing.

Saints, Cats, and Tiny Homes: Finding Magic in the Mayhem | Week 19 Post-layoff

From burying a St. Joseph statue to chasing a hiding cat during house showings, we're finding unexpected magic in reinventing midlifehood.
7 min read
May
11
Interior view of a tiny home with white cabinets, wooden ceiling, open concept living area with kitchen, dining space and living room with doors to porch.

Who Knew Freedom Could Come in Such a Small Package? | Week 18 Post-layoff

We ordered our tiny home while potential buyers loved our house but weren't ready to downsize their stuff. True wealth means wanting less.
5 min read
Apr
06
Vibrant orange and pink sunset sky over backyard with colorful Adirondack chairs and small shed, creating a peaceful outdoor living space.

Navigating by Flashlight - Midlifehood Edition | Week 13 Post-layoff

Navigating midlife reinvention with just a flashlight in the dark: Week 13 explores embracing uncertainty while keeping our destination clear despite the path.
7 min read
Jan
26
"Close-up of shredded paper strips, symbolizing document disposal and transitioning away from corporate paperwork"

Small Steps: The Reality of Life Transitions | Week 3 Post-layoff

Follow our post-layoff journey as we navigate client boundaries, financial adjustments, and intentional living. Real insights on transitioning from corporate life to self-employment.
3 min read
Nov
24
Minimalist workspace showing an open laptop, notepad, phone and chai tea latte.

49 Days to Launch | Finding Our Freedom Number

Creating a freedom budget after a corporate layoff. How we're calculating "enough" and making intentional choices for our next chapter of simpler living.
3 min read