tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4256367009985298221.post5981806714719437792..comments2024-03-29T04:10:55.032-07:00Comments on Hawaiian libertarian: Champagne Tastes on a Beer BudgetKeoni Galthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00842553742723239151noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4256367009985298221.post-31635329550562538052014-01-10T23:16:20.085-08:002014-01-10T23:16:20.085-08:00awesome post keoni,..
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I don't know what to say except that I have enjoyed reading. Nice blog. I will keep visiting this blog very often. <a href="http://www.tgsva.com" rel="nofollow">meat case dividers</a><br />Tgsva Rowanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12684891558101723210noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4256367009985298221.post-19357666407405850202013-06-25T23:40:22.382-07:002013-06-25T23:40:22.382-07:00Keoni, do you by any chance take the Strategic Inv...Keoni, do you by any chance take the Strategic Investment newsletter? The current issue (July 2013) is about The Big Fat (processed vegetable fats) Lie and reads like many of your posts here. The author (James Dale Davidson) has written about this and related subjects (corporatocracy, promotion of consumerism, vested interests, etc.) before, and this letter in particular is IMO good enough to be passed on as a primer to get a person interested in starting to investigate things on their own.BCnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4256367009985298221.post-6948265088812952852013-06-24T14:20:33.892-07:002013-06-24T14:20:33.892-07:00Dammit kg I just spent nearly a grand at Costco. ...Dammit kg I just spent nearly a grand at Costco. That place is like one giant crack dealer. But I got such a good deal! I love my cracko. Saint Velvetnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4256367009985298221.post-28131242185266427622013-06-21T04:01:41.221-07:002013-06-21T04:01:41.221-07:00Thanks for such a great blog to share with.I enjoy...Thanks for such a great blog to share with.I enjoyed reading it and I think other readers might enjoy reading it as well.Thanks for the good info!Male Standardhttp://www.malestandard.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4256367009985298221.post-40341504235546728012013-06-20T09:56:32.610-07:002013-06-20T09:56:32.610-07:00KJ - Yeah, I went through a home brewing phase in ...KJ - Yeah, I went through a home brewing phase in my early 20's. Me and my buds brewed for about 4 years. It went through a fad phase during the mid 90's and we had several stores selling all kinds of supplies. My equipment got all old and worn out (I had cheap plastic bucket set up - brewed about 20 or so batches before they wore out) and after the fad died, there's no place to buy it anymore around here for reasonable prices. I could order it on the internet, but I just never got around to it.<br /><br />Spike - Thanks brah. You convinced me. I just got my first cheap briar churchwarden yesterday for $30. I'm liking it.<br /><br />Anon - Pipesandcigars.com. <br /><br />Sundance - now that's something I never thought about trying! That Costco Blanco would be perfect for aging your own Reposado! <br /><br /><i>But for some unfathomable reasons...they tied themselves down in suburbia managing to live paycheck to paycheck on middle class salaries most of humanity can only dream of.<br />I guess I'll never understand their kind.</i> <br /><br />I understand it, because I was there. This is in fact the essence of "the blue pill." Brainwashing to make you a cog slaving away to prop up the matrix.Keoni Galtnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4256367009985298221.post-66580572723798913352013-06-20T00:33:46.004-07:002013-06-20T00:33:46.004-07:00No words appropriate to say except express my resp...No words appropriate to say except express my respect and impressed with what you write, thank you <a href="http://www.howtokeepyourman7.com/how-to-find-a-boyfriend.htm</a><br />http://www.howtokeepyourman7.com/how-to-find-a-boyfriend.htmnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4256367009985298221.post-11799329373847952582013-06-18T16:24:06.020-07:002013-06-18T16:24:06.020-07:00I've arrived at a startling number of the same...I've arrived at a startling number of the same conclusions. I love aged booze but good scotch and brandy are very expensive.<br />So like you, I switched to aged bourbon and rye that's much cheaper.<br />I find it to be a great deal because the higher proof alcohol extracts more of the oak and it stretches further. Not to mention they use new barrels to make bourbon! <br />I get my dose of quercetin and ellagic acid and with that refreshing oaky feeling in my chest and lungs it's almost like sipping a sauna!<br /><br />I've adopted exactly the same tactic with tobacco for just the same reasons. I'm a very occasional smoker so a couple ounces of nice tobacco makes for a habit that costs me pocket change per month.<br />My luxury tastes end up being incomparably cheaper than a cigarette habit!<br /><br />And yes, I've just recently had bulk artisanal cheese from costco. I've definitely got a weak spot for hard cheeses like manchego and gruyere.<br /><br />I wondered if I was the only one valuing good food, booze, and experiences over "big ticket" dead things that just sit there and suck up money in "payments."<br /><br />If this is becoming some kind of trend, I find that highly encouraging.<br /><br />All my life I've been dumbfounded that millions of people blow all their money just to have a basic house and car that traps them on a treadmill of drudgery for the rest of their lives!<br />With some savvy strategies they could have hoarded up a small fortune instead, enough to give them fancy food, high end booze, and international vacations for the rest of their lives.<br />But for some unfathomable reasons...they tied themselves down in suburbia managing to live paycheck to paycheck on middle class salaries most of humanity can only dream of.<br />I guess I'll never understand their kind.<br />And they certainly do not understand me. <br />One should see the look on their faces when I mention a car is a bad investment and that I do without when possible.Giovanni Dannatohttp://hereticsway.gluontheferengi.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4256367009985298221.post-65952306471460069382013-06-17T13:32:19.552-07:002013-06-17T13:32:19.552-07:00Keoni,
I made the changes you mentioned several ye...Keoni,<br />I made the changes you mentioned several years ago. As a result, I no longer have to work for a living, my money works for me IF I LIVE FRUGALLY! If it was up to my kids, I would be back as a working slave.<br /><br />Anyway, my newest frugal adventure consist in buying a 1 liter toasted oak casket off of ebay ($60), and then aging my booze. It works amazingly well for the Kirkland tequila. And you can taste it every day to dial it in on your preference. I may try wine since it only takes 4 days to age tequila to a delicious golden color and your supposed to keep the cask filled.<br /><br />Thanks for your post,<br />SundanceSundancehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12295241432907159298noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4256367009985298221.post-1367557869362191212013-06-16T15:44:33.874-07:002013-06-16T15:44:33.874-07:00Keoni,
You mention purchasing high end pipe tobac...Keoni,<br /><br />You mention purchasing high end pipe tobacco (in bulk) online. Can you recommend some companies/suppliers?<br /><br />Thanks!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4256367009985298221.post-13214804835160266562013-06-15T17:29:14.892-07:002013-06-15T17:29:14.892-07:00Edward Snowden - Does anyone know exactly what hi...Edward Snowden - Does anyone know exactly what his position was? What IT certifications did he have? I'm presuming a 29 yo high school dropout making $120,000 per year (in this economy) has specialty IT certs.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4256367009985298221.post-26064846975232961782013-06-14T21:39:56.915-07:002013-06-14T21:39:56.915-07:00I've always been on the simplicity boat since ...I've always been on the simplicity boat since I was young. I was raised by a single Mom on the North Shore, and the fact my Mom sometimes had to borrow money from me to fill her gas tank and that there wasn't enough dinner for seconds many nights made me frugal as hell.<br /><br />Pipes generally are the cheapest way to get quality tobacco at great cost point. The 2 oz tin highest end pipe tobacco (G.L. Pease) costs less than an Opus X, and provides 15-20 smokes. Buying bulk from a quality mixer like Hearth and Home and jarring it yourself can give you 6 months worth of daily bowls for under 50 bucks. I'm not much for coffee, but quality teas are dirt cheap when ordered in bulk online. I can get an assortment of whole leaf premium blends that will last me for months for about 50-60 dollars. Between that, Amazon and the used bookstore my monthly entertainment and relaxation needs breakdown to about $100 (that's factoring in the occasional instrument or effects unit purchase).<br /><br />One thing, I agree that one doesn't need to go all out on a pipe purchase, but over time, I think 3-4 low cost briar pipes (like Dr. Grabows and Savinellis) at about 40-60$ each is a decent investment. Properly cared for, they will outlast you, even with regular smoking. Corncobs and especially non-briar pipes will eventually go sour and have to be replaced regularly. Spike Gomesnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4256367009985298221.post-2459745947761244662013-06-14T06:57:42.472-07:002013-06-14T06:57:42.472-07:00Thought I'd share some other ideas, but unders...Thought I'd share some other ideas, but understand I'm a DIY'er. <br />Build a small smoker: I got my ideas from youtube now make my own smoked cheeses, bacon, jerky, you name it. All around yum.<br />Small garden boxes or small hydroponics for salad greens. Greens are great for paleo eating. <br />Otherwise we also make our own cheeses. (surprisingly easy to do)<br />Suddenly enjoying good food on budget is more then doable.KJnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4256367009985298221.post-32601647951994333212013-06-13T18:15:20.966-07:002013-06-13T18:15:20.966-07:00An alternative to buying less is consuming less. ...An alternative to buying less is consuming less. A less desirable option to be sure.<br /><br />An a related note, my favorite author, Jeffery Tucker, wrote in his new book, A Beautiful Anarchy, that he once attempted to become a wine snob but has since decided to drink wines he once turned his nose at.Timhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17839929976191484047noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4256367009985298221.post-11434696827397014362013-06-13T13:09:56.546-07:002013-06-13T13:09:56.546-07:00I have a cheap meerschaum pipe and buy bulk organi...I have a cheap meerschaum pipe and buy bulk organic tobacco...a lot cheaper than the cigars I used to smoke.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16046202647270439670noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4256367009985298221.post-62660776621927172052013-06-13T09:06:02.012-07:002013-06-13T09:06:02.012-07:00KJ has it right. I forgot to add that we usually ...KJ has it right. I forgot to add that we usually purchase two half-sides of grass fed beef (not big enough for a whole) per year and a hog raised locally. Want a great ribeye for dinner, just grab it from your freezer. A pretty price, but not if health and good eats are a high priority in your life.AverageMarriedDadahttp://averagemarrieddad.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4256367009985298221.post-9955644999689805102013-06-13T07:23:49.706-07:002013-06-13T07:23:49.706-07:00I've enjoyed Missouri meerschaums for years. ...I've enjoyed Missouri meerschaums for years. I have several expensive briars that get passed up quite often for my corn cob pipes. The Briars look better on display, but I like the taste of cob pipes better. Glad to see you enjoy them.<br />Anyway thought I'd throw out some other ways to be frugal and get good flavor out of life:<br />Home Brewing. My wife and I have been making our own wine and beer for years now. Beer brewing is an excellent way to make really good beer inexpensively. Wine can also be made well and inexpensively (it's a patience thing). <br />Buy your meat straight from a farmer and pay the butcher for cutting. I think at one time (if memory serves) the big island had the largest cattle ranch in the US. Perhaps there is a local butcher that contracts in quarters and halves. Usually when you're paying for the cutting and buying the half or quarter you get your t-bones for less then your hamburger. Granted you need freezer space, but it pays off in the long run.<br />Good luckKJnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4256367009985298221.post-70969454790299682782013-06-13T06:59:03.113-07:002013-06-13T06:59:03.113-07:00been thnking of getting into pipe tobacco. this mi...been thnking of getting into pipe tobacco. this might have solidified it. <br /><br />i'm 8 months from going off into obscurity. travel trailer, few acres, MAYBE work 2-3 days a week, micro farm....<br /><br />can't wait.dannyfrom504http://dannyfrom504.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4256367009985298221.post-31830568492410699322013-06-13T06:46:55.177-07:002013-06-13T06:46:55.177-07:00I think we're cut from the same cloth of finan...I think we're cut from the same cloth of financial frugality. My wife, while a mindset of not being wasteful or excessive usually, has champagne tastes in certain areas. It's a constant battle to remove the tchotchkes picked up at thrifts stores and things the kids somehow acquire. We both had very high paying jobs until three months ago, and when she lost hers at that time, we were able to drop a few auto savings programs (401k, 529, auto withdrawal to savings account) and cover all expenses on unemployment without dipping into our emergency fund. We wouldn't have been able to do that a couple years ago when we were essentially living paycheck to paycheck. Having the peace of mind that we could last nearly 2 years on one of us losing our job is priceless.<br /><br />We too utilize Costco extensively. We too purchase the Kirkland brand bourbon and blanco tequila, hard to beat that price. Berries and coffee are other frequent items we purchase there, though local organic whole milk and pasture raised eggs are much cheaper buying local. We too cut the cable when we moved (Netflix and the main networks only now), drive cars well past their expiration date until the reliability starts to be an issue (having no car payment is awesome), raise our own veggies in our garden, make homemade fruit wine (at about $2-3/bottle), and maybe spend $20-30 per week as a family at a local restaurant. We also EXTENSIVELY utilize the local library system for books, DVDs, Blu-Rays, audio books and even video game rentals for free. <br /><br />Life's a lot sweeter when the debt boogie man isn't peering into your living room and when you've got a cushion to fall back on. If I were a single guy, I'd be even in a better situation, but compromise just enough to have a happy wife.AverageMarriedDadhttp://averagemarrieddad.comnoreply@blogger.com