What Now For The Bears?
The draft is over, and it is time to pick up all the wrapping paper and decide which toy you want to play with first. The draft's first night was the most important and paid off.…
I’m 42
I've reached the age where I no longer am interested in my age-accelerating. The years go by faster and faster, and I wonder what I'm doing on this planet. Most nights before going to bed, I…
I Guess I’m a Photographer
When my oldest and I went on our NFL trip in 2021, I purchased a Sony A6600 and a Tamron 18-300mm lens. If you don't know what those are, don't worry, I had no idea then and am just now starting to…
March Madness
I was introduced to college basketball when I was in second grade. Our teacher randomly assigned us two teams to cheer for. The winner got a candy bar. I was so excited because I love competition.…
The Draft is Back
Last year, the Bears pulled off one of the best trades in recent memory. Bears return for No. 1 pick in the 2023 draft ... WR Keenan Allen WR DJ Moore OT Darnell Wright CB Tyrique Stevenson…
FIRE Assets and College Financial Aid
I touched on this subject in my 2024 Financial Aid & FIRE and Surprise Benefit of FIRE in Southern Illinois post. Still, I would like to elaborate further on my frustration with the financial aid system of top-tier colleges. 2024-25…
Costs of Top UK Universities for Americans
The University of Cambridge and The University of Oxford are two of the top five colleges in the world. They are generally ranked only behind Harvard, MIT, and Stanford in the global rankings. Being accepted at…
University of Toronto Cost for Americans
My oldest child is looking at colleges and said they would like to attend school in Canada. They enjoy the weather and the politics. Unfortunately, the school has become increasingly unaffordable for international students. Tuition is $45,000+, and you…
Liberal Arts?
I should have put more effort into deciding what college I would attend. I knew my brother went to The University of Illinois and that it was an excellent school for Computer Science. I applied to…
Auto Insurance is Terrible
Insurance companies are private organizations designed to make as much profit as possible. This is done by collecting as much in premiums as they can while reducing the amount they are required to pay to their…