AUTHOR: Elaine M. Clements on 3/6/2025 FIRST: Cecilia Beverly on 3/6 | RECENT: Elaine M. Clements on 3/13
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Yes, the good work will continue. As you know, Jonathan endeavored to take care of his affairs as soon as he learned of his diagnosis. Humble Dollar was a key part of this. Bills are being paid. Please note that transition takes time and cannot be rushed. Humble Dollar was Jonathan's work, his hobby, and his entertainment. Please be patient with items needing moderation. And please keep in mind we are all doing the best we can.
Yes, there will be a stone in the garden one day per Jonathan's request. But please consider that his home is my home too. While he was wistful in writing this, I don't think he would want his home to become a tourist attraction of sorts and be disruptive to me.
Dear all, I'm delighted that there is an interest in visiting Philly as part of Jonathan's memorial and all are welcome at the service. In fact, I was planning to post informaiton on live-streaming the service when it became available. But please note, that there will be limited capacity at the luncheon, and it is designed for family and close friends.
From June Dosik: My sweet son jonathan has left our planet,and has given of himself to our world a wealth of knowledge in which we may make our life a little easier. May Humble Dollar thrive, and may you, Elaine.
Thank you for your comments. There will indeed be more hot water in my future. The question now is from which source. Jonathan and I learned a lot from your suggestions and will meet with a plumber in the near future.
While it would indeed be wonderful to travel, volunteer, spend quality time with family and friends etc., none of the aforementioned would be possible without good health. The ability to walk and remain active, engage intelligently with others, learn new things, and most importantly remember my loved ones would be enough for me to have a fulfilling retirement. And yes, having enough retirement income would be good too. But I’d rather have good health (body and brain) over money any day.
I would quit my current job and spend those former work hours doing something that I actually love doing. Activities would include travel, cooking, taking classes and engaging in my creative hobbies, just to name a few. I would also volunteer to help others, perhaps in a memory care facility where I learned firsthand that I have a gift for dealing with dementia patients.
When I received my first paycheck, my mother told me to pay myself first by putting some of the money into a savings account. Since then I have always done that. I'm grateful for that advice because there will always be a reserve, no matter how large or small, to help cover some of those unanticipated financial surprises.
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Yes, the good work will continue. As you know, Jonathan endeavored to take care of his affairs as soon as he learned of his diagnosis. Humble Dollar was a key part of this. Bills are being paid. Please note that transition takes time and cannot be rushed. Humble Dollar was Jonathan's work, his hobby, and his entertainment. Please be patient with items needing moderation. And please keep in mind we are all doing the best we can.
Post: Jonathan’s Service
Link to comment from November 13, 2025
Yes, there will be a stone in the garden one day per Jonathan's request. But please consider that his home is my home too. While he was wistful in writing this, I don't think he would want his home to become a tourist attraction of sorts and be disruptive to me.
Post: Information on Jonathan’s Memorial Service
Link to comment from October 5, 2025
Dear all, I'm delighted that there is an interest in visiting Philly as part of Jonathan's memorial and all are welcome at the service. In fact, I was planning to post informaiton on live-streaming the service when it became available. But please note, that there will be limited capacity at the luncheon, and it is designed for family and close friends.
Post: Information on Jonathan’s Memorial Service
Link to comment from October 5, 2025
From June Dosik: My sweet son jonathan has left our planet,and has given of himself to our world a wealth of knowledge in which we may make our life a little easier. May Humble Dollar thrive, and may you, Elaine.
Post: Farewell Friends
Link to comment from September 22, 2025
Thank you for your comments. There will indeed be more hot water in my future. The question now is from which source. Jonathan and I learned a lot from your suggestions and will meet with a plumber in the near future.
Post: Replacing the Replacement
Link to comment from March 13, 2025
Thank you for your thoughtful piece. I know several people aged < 60 who recently retired (both voluntary and involuntary) who share your experience.
Post: Rough Start
Link to comment from June 17, 2021
While it would indeed be wonderful to travel, volunteer, spend quality time with family and friends etc., none of the aforementioned would be possible without good health. The ability to walk and remain active, engage intelligently with others, learn new things, and most importantly remember my loved ones would be enough for me to have a fulfilling retirement. And yes, having enough retirement income would be good too. But I’d rather have good health (body and brain) over money any day.
Post: What do you need for a fulfilling retirement?
Link to comment from June 8, 2021
I would quit my current job and spend those former work hours doing something that I actually love doing. Activities would include travel, cooking, taking classes and engaging in my creative hobbies, just to name a few. I would also volunteer to help others, perhaps in a memory care facility where I learned firsthand that I have a gift for dealing with dementia patients.
Post: If money were no object, what would you change about your life?
Link to comment from May 19, 2021
When I received my first paycheck, my mother told me to pay myself first by putting some of the money into a savings account. Since then I have always done that. I'm grateful for that advice because there will always be a reserve, no matter how large or small, to help cover some of those unanticipated financial surprises.
Post: What financial lessons—good or bad—did you learn from your parents?
Link to comment from April 15, 2021