How to Start Overlanding with a 2009 Toyota Tacoma (No $50K Build Required)

David working on truck

Disclosure: Some links in this post are affiliate links. If you purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. We only recommend gear we actually use or have thoroughly researched. You do not need a $50,000 build to start overlanding with a Toyota Tacoma. You need a plan, … Read more

Day Trading

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I have been asked many times about Intraday Trading or Day Trading. Most people do not fully understand what Day Trading is. When asked, most will think of movies such as WallStreet, Boiler Room, or The Wolf of Wallstreet. It is not that exciting to watch someone trade if you do not understand what is … Read more

Money is Good

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Money is not Evil We have all heard that …money is the root of all evil. However, that is not the actual quote. It makes a difference and we will be talking about it in this post. The real quote is: For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some … Read more

Controlling Debt with a Debt Calculator

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At some point in our lives, we find ourselves with some or a lot of debt. Here are some of the biggest questions: How a simple debt calculator can make all the difference. How fast can I get out of debt?  How much can I save in interest payments? First we have to find out … Read more

Great Road Trip to Washington DC

Washington DC

So Much History!!! One of the places that our family has been wanting to visit for the longest time is Washington DC and since we live in Pennsylvania, we decided to go on a road trip to Washington DC! Gotta love the expectation vs reality of trips. David had taken some time off, that is … Read more

Singapore Layover: Spending 48 Spectacular Hours In Republic of Singapore

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This entry is part 4 of 4 in the series Cruise Life

What We Did During Our 48-Hour Singapore Layover Trip date: January 2017. We tagged a 48-hour Singapore stopover onto the end of a Southeast Asia cruise, exploring Sentosa Island, the National Orchid Garden, and Chinatown during Chinese New Year with our family of five. Here’s what we did and what to know before you go. … Read more

How to Cope with Loss of a Pet

Dirk the cat relaxing on Halloween

The loss of a pet is one of the hardest life experiences. Dirk was like the ambassador for cats. Practically bomb proof, and filled with so much patience, you couldn’t help but love this cat. If he finds a comfortable spot to lay down, he will not move! No matter how many times you trip … Read more

Lackawanna Coal Mine & Child Labor

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Lackawanna Coal Mine & Child Labor The Lackawanna Coal mine is an old Anthracite mine that was closed in November 1966. It was abandoned for a few years before it was stabilized and reopened for tours around the 1980s. This place is full of history and until you actually go on the tour, you would … Read more

Our Spontaneous Road Trip To Niagara Falls

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It has been a long time since I have last posted on here. I apologize for that. Since we have moved here to Pennsylvania it has really felt like we have been surviving one adventure after another. And not the fun ones either. This place, I got to say, has felt like it has been … Read more

Happy Mother’s Day!

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Happy Mother’s Day! Take some time and tell mom how much you love and appreciate her today. Send her some flowers, gifts or just spend time with her and remember, it doesn’t have to be just on Mother’s Day. Reminisce about some things you did together growing up, or relax and watch a favorite movie … Read more