Another Year Older, Another Year...Wiser?

It's been awhile since my last post. I'm convinced that my blogger's block is a result of my appendix being removed last month. Makes complete sense if you think about it. I was writing along just fine, my appendix had a desire to relocate, and whammo!...blogger's block.

Since the surgery, I've turned 31. A children's song includes the lyrics: "One year older and wiser too". I may not really be any wiser, but a birthday is like the new year. It's a great time to sit back and take stock of one's life. Or, if you're like me, you might sit back and take stock of one's stock (and mutual funds, bonds, etc.).

As I've reviewed our family portfolio, I've realized we've been much too conservative with some of our funds. We're missing out on significant gains without adding much risk. So the review, has been educational, to say the least.

Next step: find a good place to put the funds. I'm partial to American Funds, Vanguard, and T. Rowe Price because of the low fees. I'm not looking to invest money in any single stocks.

Stay tuned and I'll let you know what I find!