I am very sorry to hear this news but also buoyed by your outlook and disposition, at the same time. Over the years, I have learned quite a lot from you, and, moreover, you have regularly reaffirmed my own feelings and attitudes toward money and life. I hope that you get to do as many of those “bucket list” things that you can and can truly enjoy the moment, when you do. (If it were me, it probably would include one last trip to Italy, with no expenses spared.) Is there anything that we, your readers, can do for you at this time?
This is a great article for many reasons, not the least, of which was that Strange, But True Baseball Stories was one of my favorite books growing up, and I would love to read it again someday. I am a natural collector and enjoy the souvenirs of my 58+ year life. I do not enjoy the clutter that the collectibles, including books, and memorabilia create. I frequently visualize moving to smaller space and what I would take with me. In the process, I’ve done my best to sell off collectible books, music, and other items that have value on eBay, even if it’s for a few bucks. I figured that it is someone else’s turn to be a steward of these items. I have come to the realization that other than perhaps rare coins, bullion, and jewelry, most of what I own eventually will end up in the landfill (even the antique furniture), it’s just a matter of time. When analyzed through that lens, it becomes much easier to get rid of things. Thank you so much for writing this article and reminding me of one of my favorite books of all time.
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I am very sorry to hear this news but also buoyed by your outlook and disposition, at the same time. Over the years, I have learned quite a lot from you, and, moreover, you have regularly reaffirmed my own feelings and attitudes toward money and life. I hope that you get to do as many of those “bucket list” things that you can and can truly enjoy the moment, when you do. (If it were me, it probably would include one last trip to Italy, with no expenses spared.) Is there anything that we, your readers, can do for you at this time?
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This is a great article for many reasons, not the least, of which was that Strange, But True Baseball Stories was one of my favorite books growing up, and I would love to read it again someday. I am a natural collector and enjoy the souvenirs of my 58+ year life. I do not enjoy the clutter that the collectibles, including books, and memorabilia create. I frequently visualize moving to smaller space and what I would take with me. In the process, I’ve done my best to sell off collectible books, music, and other items that have value on eBay, even if it’s for a few bucks. I figured that it is someone else’s turn to be a steward of these items. I have come to the realization that other than perhaps rare coins, bullion, and jewelry, most of what I own eventually will end up in the landfill (even the antique furniture), it’s just a matter of time. When analyzed through that lens, it becomes much easier to get rid of things. Thank you so much for writing this article and reminding me of one of my favorite books of all time.
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