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It’s Been a While… It’s been a while since I’ve written my thoughts on this blog. I've been focused on adding some value lately through value investing and how readers can benefit from this analysis and strategy that is often seen through the old guard—meaning older investors like Warren, the late Charlie Munger, and those... Continue Reading →
During the height of the pandemic, when the world seemed to stand still, I found myself in a moment of reflection and action. Everything was uncertain, and I had no idea what was coming next, but I knew one thing: I needed a plan. So, I created a framework to keep my household running smoothly... Continue Reading →
Following Instincts in an Uncertain Time Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about the importance of ownership—especially now, in 2025, when the current administration seems determined to limit or take away individual rights. There’s this instinct in me, almost primitive, that’s pushing me to go on the offensive in every aspect of my life. It’s... Continue Reading →
Mary Fox 1960-2025 The night of her passing, the actual night I found out, I had a dream of her. Reassuring me that she was at peace, that she went peacefully at home. Weeks prior, I had worried about her death, wondering how she would feel at the end. I remember her telling me she... Continue Reading →
There’s no room for grief while in college, I’ve come to find. Assignments are still due, group projects seem endless, and life outside school continues to tick away with its demands. This morning, I woke up to find my over-the-door mirror shattered on the floor. Thankfully, it was still intact enough to be safely disposed... Continue Reading →
I got the email today. For privacy reasons, I’ve erased personal information from the acceptance letter, but I still want to share this milestone. It’s bittersweet that it arrived today, just after the recent passing of my former advisor and dear friend, who was with me on this journey from the very beginning. The path... Continue Reading →
I made a carrot, potato, celery, green onion, yellow onion, and garlic soup with a tablespoon of butter, Italian seasonings, spices, and a couple of bay leaves for dinner tonight after spending the day at the library going over Anki cards for my Fundamentals of Research exam in Psychology. I completed 302 cards in 1.02... Continue Reading →
As January comes to an end, I find myself still reaching for comfort soups overflowing with vegetables. Potatoes, carrots, yellow onions, garlic, green onions, cabbage, celery, unsalted beef broth, a tablespoon of butter, herbs, and spices have been my constant source of comfort this month. It’s hitting me that I’m living a life I once... Continue Reading →
As you know, I have lost someone dear to me very recently. Sometimes, it’s really hard for me to reconcile how life turns out. Like, why does someone who has dedicated more than 25 years to making this world a better place and fought for inequalities to be righted have their life cut short, while... Continue Reading →
Living with Honor, Remembering Her If you remember my Christmas post, I wrote about a dear friend of mine who had become very ill. Over the many months I have written here, I have mentioned the movie With Honors and how I could relate to it,so much so that I watch it every year as... Continue Reading →
The Broke College Student 