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Chase-ing Free Money Update

By Blakesjourney

So as you probably know, Linds and I will pretty much do anything for money. We’ve been rubbing a lot of pennies together lately to make some dimes. We’ve been tutoring, painting houses, chaperoning events, and of course, applying for bank accounts when there’s a pay off. In the case video’d below, we went... »

Wandering Inspiration: Reflections from an Artistic Slacker

By Blakesjourney

It was during our first round the world trip when I truly associated myself with the title of “artist.” I have played guitar and been fascinated with several fine arts (visual art, lyric/music composition, photography, and even a short stint in puppet-making) for as long as I can remember.  It is with no exaggeration... »

A Traveler’s Birthday List

By Blakesjourney

I’m turning 28 at the end of the month. Usually when my wife or I have a birthday, we really try to do it up and celebrate with a party and presents etc…(my personal favorite part is the decadent birthday cake from our local bakery, Cakes by Darcy) This year is a bit different... »

Free Donuts, Coffee, and Connections

By Blakesjourney

Americans are freaking nice people. There are many ugly things you can say about us, but we always have a smile on our face and are EAGER to offer advice and help to our fellow man. I find this is frequently true. Of course there are exceptions and I’m speaking in wide generalizations; let’s... »

Chinese Take Out or Andean Air?

By Blakesjourney

Linds and I are really ramping up our efforts to save and generate funds. We just got back from 4 hours of extra work for my uncle’s therapy company (giving kids at a Boys and Girls Club temporary tattoos and candy) and made 100$… CASH! Aww yeah. Last weekend we babysat and made some... »

Chase-ing Free Money Video

By Blakesjourney

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Being Sick on a Budget

By Blakesjourney

As you know, Linds and I are both teachers.  She’s middle school and I teach high school. During flu season, we’re sick.  This is our 5th year and it seems awfully inevitable.  My big problem is that I’m always chewing on things- fingers, pens etc… It’s really bad habit and I try to be... »

Planning and Saving

By Blakesjourney

So many variables it’s staggering. Linds and I decided to take next year and travel to the world a bit and we’re now in the saving mode.  We’ve cut all the fat from our budget and are trying to squeeze every possible penny into our savings account.  We’re going to need it. We probably... »