One of the ways that I have been able to save money over the years is to make purchases that, while being a larger initial investment, will save me money down the road. A great example of this idea is when dealing with shaving. In 2014, I was working with a church in the countryside …
Month: April 2017
Memento Mori?
When I tell people about my blog, the first question is usually, “What does Memento Mori mean?” Well, Memento Mori is a Latin phrase that means “Remember you will die.” Personally, I think the phrase itself sounds cool, and the meaning is pretty self explanatory. However, the history and deeper meaning of the phrase is what …
Chase Bank Just Paid $2,000 of My Student Loans!
I didn’t have a credit card until I was 27. I grew up indoctrinated by the Dave Ramsey’s of the world who said that credit cards were evil and should be avoided at all costs. While I greatly respect Dave and follow many of his principles, I disagree with him when it comes to credit …