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Greg is a proud husband and father of two young women, all living in Victoria, Australia. He has a long history of playing local cricket (poorly) and being involved in the volunteer effort required to run several cricket clubs. He also heads up the local chapter of Tough Guy Book Club, a great global organisation that aims to get men to read more, talk more and have more friends. Formerly a mechanical engineer working in the industrial sector, he has more recently opted for a slightly slower pace of life, managing automotive and small engine workshops.
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Hall, a mighty way to direct to your funds. Well done indeed.
Post: Anyone For S.K.I.ing?
Link to comment from September 28, 2026
Roy, thanks for the feedback, I really appreciate it. I agree - fresh soft socks feel like a real luxury. This also reminded me of an Australian personal finance guy recommending buying the best pillow you can buy, and the most comfortable underwear you can find. Both these strike me as excellent examples of small, valuable spending.
Post: Little luxuries
Link to comment from September 28, 2026
Thanks Mark, a great piece. I like the moderate approach of spending the inheritance now .... on the people that would eventually get it anyway. Big family trips, help with education costs, assistance with a house deposit. Nothing new in this idea, but I really do think that it's a lot better than dying with a big pile of money, that then goes to your 60 year old "kids" who longer need it.
Post: Anyone For S.K.I.ing?
Link to comment from September 26, 2026
Dennis, thanks for such an open and honest piece. From the comments below, it's clear you've tapped into something felt very deeply by so many of us.
Post: The Security Money Can’t Buy
Link to comment from September 26, 2026
We live in a little rural town of about 1500 people, and I work in an agricultural supply business. I'm certainly living a quieter, simpler life than most Australians, thus my fascination with small mundane things!
Post: Little luxuries
Link to comment from September 22, 2026
The market in Australia is a little different. Amazon seems pretty disappointing out here. I tend to use eBay, which is an endless source of small, interesting stuff. We're also 2 hours drive from our nearest major city, so same day or overnight delivery isn't part of the deal. Maybe next week, if you're lucky.
Post: Little luxuries
Link to comment from September 20, 2026
And writing HD articles!
Post: Little luxuries
Link to comment from September 20, 2026
Glad to hear that boredom isn't an issue!
Post: Little luxuries
Link to comment from September 20, 2026
I hear you. I was a bit the same, but luckily have been able to transition to spend a little more. I hope you can find ways to boost your life!
Post: Little luxuries
Link to comment from September 20, 2026
Thanks Andrew for a lovely reflection on your brother. This is also a powerful reminder how little we know about those we interact with every day, including our own family and friends. If people are irritable, difficult, moody or just plain puzzling, there may be lots going on that we just don't know. Probably worth cutting each other a little slack.
Post: The Jonathan I Found: Through Others’ Eyes
Link to comment from September 19, 2026