In the past this web site, was for offering advice. Now I’m just going to use it to write about my families goals and our journey through life.
Many years ago I used to work for a large cable company, and at that time as a side duty, I used to be the guy that had to explain to new employees why they wanted to signup for the company 401k plan. That led me to purchase and create the original Saving2Retire web site. I would use the site to explain concepts for retirement investing. It was fun to dabble in website design and I preferred using the website than to use power point.
That job led to a career in networking and cybersecurity. This career path enabled my family to try living in various locations across the country (Cybersecurity is booming). We have finally found a place that we like and plan on staying long term, in Gig Harbor, Washington. I keep telling my friends that I can’t believe how beautiful this place is. Although our family definitely misses Orlando, FL where we used to live and while there we went to Disney World almost every weekend, yes you read that right.
Before we began moving around our nation, my wife and I had a beautiful little girl. Our daughter has severe food allergies (peanuts, tree nuts, eggs, & milk). She is what drives me to find ways to maximize my savings and investments. I hope that one day I will be able to not only take care of our retirement but ensure her future.
By the way, I didn’t earn my degree till I was in my mid 30’s. All of my certifications followed me getting a degree. I was a college drop out, who then went in the Navy. After the Navy and a mid life decision and after 4 years working at a power plant I decided to make a change. I quit and I went back to college and changed my career path. I guess my point is that its never to late to make a change and take the steps necessary to see to your future.