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Category: Updates

Reports of our expenses, earnings, and net worth. You’ll find the evolution of our savings rate, what went well, what didn’t well, month by month. The goal is to share everything, with 100% transparency. You will also find some information about our travels. Follow my path to Financial Independence.

November 2018 – Brussels and too much shopping!

In November, we had a small trip to Brussels, to see some family. We also spent too much shopping, resulting in a low savings rate.

October 2018 – Quiet Month and Stock Market Correction

During this month, we had several parties and events. The stock market got a correction, but this did not impact us much.

One Year Blog Anniversary! Lessons and Next Steps

Find out all I learned after one year of blogging. I have made many mistakes but I have learned a lot as well! And my plan for the future!

September 2018 – Car repair and plane tickets

In September 2018, I spent time in the US for my job. Then, we had to repair the car after a small accident and bought some plane tickets to China.

One Day in Washington D.C. – Frugal and Awesome

Even if you only got one day, there are many things you can do in Washington D.C. and all this for very little money!

August 2018 – Wedding and honeymoon

In August, we had a second wedding ceremony with more friends and family and went on our honeymoon, in Egypt.

Our Honeymoon in Hurghada, Egypt

Find out how we spent one week in Egypt, for our honeymoon and we kept this travel on a nice budget!

Mid Year Review of My 2018 Goals

After six months, I am reviewing our 2018 goals and planning for the next 6 months.

July 2018 – Getting back up to speed

In July, we started saving more money again and went on a nice trip to Orléans, in France, a very nice city.

Our trip to Orléans, France – Beautiful City

Planning a trip to France? Read about our visit to the beautiful city of Orléans, including sightseeing tips and travel recommendations.

5 Bad Things I Hate about Switzerland

I love Switzerland, but here are five things I hate about Switzerland. From Real Estate to Swiss banks and overpriced public transportation.

June 2018 – Insurance month!

In June 2018, we did not save much money because we had to pay large bills for the health insurance.