Thanks Chris! Major congrats on pulling the plug! I see pros and cons to hitting the ripcord at this time. You’re not having to wait for the “what if” scenario, it’s happening here and now. You’re learning how to adaptable from the get go. And so far the markets are shaping up to not be as fierce as the Great Depression era so fingers crossed your portfolios are able to handle this drop (and hopeful swift rebound)!

What do you see as the greatest risk for fellow early retirees hitting that ripcord in the midst of an economic collapse?

Thanks Sterling, appreciate it. Getting outside is SO important to us! Love how your boys would bike while you jam out! Our little one asks to listen to her favourite song “momma oooooo” (Bohemian Rhapsody), gotta love it! While I don’t post many personal pictures, I do think it’s nice to show we are “real” people living relatively “normal” lives to help others relate to us and our story.

I really like seeing pictures of your family. It makes me think I should add more pictures too. 🙂

Keep ’em coming.

Thank you Carrie! I wanted to bring a more lighthearted personal post from the mundane “here’s how to save $100 during these tough times” – not that there’s anything wrong with those posts! Glad to hear that you and your family are adapting as well during these strange times!

Our daughter is 10 (almost 11) and we’ve got our groove too. We’ve learned structuring her day (homeschooling during the week, more time on screens (especially for the emotional connection over Messenger with friends) complemented by more time outside (biking, walking, basketball and general exploring) and the addition of new activities (baking!!!) is the key to sanity and happiness.

And that alone time (run, read, write, journal) for my husband and myself is key to keeping us calm and happy. One step in front of the other, each day. Thanks for sharing this positive take on how you’re making it work (even when it doesn’t).

Thank you friend 🥰

It was all really stemmed from Finny really! We asked her what she wanted to do, and her response was to go swimming. At first we said “sorry buddy the pool is closed” and then had that eureka moment to bring the pool to us.

Glad you enjoyed the post – wanted to try and stay uplifting during these times by bringing you into our whacky/hectic life with a toddler. The DIY toys are all Nic! She just built her a bench for the front entry way out of an old coffee table and shelf we weren’t using.

Loved the update, especially all the cute pictures of Finn and your awesome DIY “toys” for her. Those are always THE BEST.

Glad to hear all is well at the Modern FImily household. ❤️

Thanks Chris. Yea I personally think she won’t remember any of this a year from now. But teenagers? That’s another question. Time will tell!

Good to see you are all doing well otherwise.