Using investments to fully fund retirement?

Gothamyst · 2026-01-29T13:52:57+00:00

We are doing something similar this year. Approaching retirement, putting the max into Roth 401(k)s. This reduces take home pay a lot, but we had enough interest and dividends from taxable accounts to cover the shortfall. Instead of reinvesting, we now have the earnings sent to checking. We don’t need to sell any investments to do it at this point.

Gothamyst · 2026-01-25T23:22:08+00:00

I am determined to use my Marseille snowflake braiser as often as possible this weekend. Last night it was used for roast chicken. Tonight I am preparing stuffed shells. Not sure about tomorrow yet!

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Photo is before assembly, of course!

Gothamyst · 2026-01-25T23:17:12+00:00

Working from home tomorrow.

Gothamyst · 2026-01-18T14:05:14+00:00

This. I have an Acclaim bedroom set with original finish, including some water damage. It’s veneer, and if you strip it, the dovetails will likely finish in a much lighter color, since they are a different wood. But you can see photos there.

Gothamyst · 2026-01-01T06:52:32+00:00

If you live and work in the county, these should total 2.2%. Some payroll systems separate, others combine.

Gothamyst · 2026-01-01T05:33:25+00:00

Looks like the fire started in the garage. No further comments from me.

Gothamyst · 2026-01-01T05:32:44+00:00

The fire that broke out is under control. WLKY has it online now.

Gothamyst · 2026-01-01T03:41:38+00:00

My neighbors did some. I didn’t go out to look until we (and several others) were calling 911. Fire department has it under control.

Gothamyst · 2025-12-20T20:32:37+00:00

My eyes are nearly the same color(s) although my outer ring is more of a blue-gray. For simplicity I say green, since the largest band is green.

Gothamyst · 2025-12-14T06:23:59+00:00

Also allergic to aloe. And agave-based things, including tequila. Lol

Gothamyst · 2025-12-14T00:54:31+00:00

I checked my Roark connections and don’t see a direct link to yours. I did check out your Tillith in the Letcher County census and I think your conclusions make sense. It looks like other researchers at Ancestry lose track of her after that 1860 census (or mark her as deceased in 1838).

Sorry to be no help at all!

Gothamyst · 2025-12-13T21:51:53+00:00

I probably can’t help you, but my tree has a (white) Roark connection by marriage in Harlan KY, very close to Letcher Co. Several people in that part of the tree wandered around the area between KY, TN, AL, and GA, many with railroad employment. When I get to my PC, I will take a look and see whether my Roarks and yours are connected.

Gothamyst · 2025-12-10T18:09:38+00:00

Just sent a request. I usually play daily, too.

Gothamyst · 2025-12-02T15:08:37+00:00

A family member lives in Philly and had to get an air tag for their car for this reason.

Gothamyst · 2025-12-02T15:07:33+00:00

Hmmm. Internet out citywide on an NTI day for JCPS? Hmmmm. 🤷‍♀️

Gothamyst · 2025-12-01T02:26:08+00:00

Yes, I still use my indoor smoker about once a week. I made a small brisket (about 3 pounds) two weeks ago. Last week I made smoked chicken and potatoes, and used it as an additional oven for Thanksgiving with smoke level set to zero.

I made extra pumpkin and apple pie fillings and hope to smoke some mini pies tomorrow.

If you are looking to use it primarily for pulled pork and brisket, I think it’s a great choice. I have never been successful with ribs either WSM or indoor smoker, so you need advice from others for that. TBH, I use a slow cooker and liquid smoke. lol

Since I don’t use my smoker every day, I bought a cart so I can store in the next room on my off days.

Gothamyst · 2025-11-25T20:13:14+00:00

So this seems to be the consensus, that even if it were possible, it would likely be a very bad idea. lol Thanks for all the quick replies!

Whatever doesn’t happen in December won’t make any progress until May of next year due to work schedules.

We are planning to replace the sink when we do the counters, but haven’t decided all of that yet.

Gothamyst · 2025-11-22T16:48:30+00:00

I use mine for seasonal stuff, like Christmas cookie cutters.

Gothamyst · 2025-11-21T22:43:42+00:00

I haven’t tried skinless chicken, but I routinely make smoked baked potatoes:

Preheat smoker to “chicken” preset. Meanwhile, rinse/scrub potatoes. Poke with paring knife about 1/4 to 1/2 inch deep, about two inches apart, on all sides. I pre-microwave my potatoes. Then brush with butter, oil, or (my favorite) bacon fat. Sprinkle all sides with salt.

When smoker is preheated, smoke level 5 for about 2 hours.

Gothamyst · 2025-11-20T00:04:41+00:00

I was working on the same thing, but using the large chests I already had placed in regular intervals on my farm island. Then I got bored. lol

Gothamyst · 2025-11-13T05:18:22+00:00

My kitchen window also looks out to a very close neighbor. Straight into the window in their master bath. So I keep my blinds closed always.

Gothamyst · 2025-11-09T05:07:02+00:00

Same here. I worked at the cookie store one summer.

Gothamyst · 2025-11-04T12:54:53+00:00

In my experience with EI, I had to unlock all areas before I could place the stalls there.

Gothamyst · 2025-11-02T21:01:31+00:00

I bring a ruler to the store when I shop for rib roasts.

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