Fiscal Planning

Let me clarify that my regular …and oh so subtle hints about acquiring the CycloneRake are not directed toward my generous wife. Rather I was hoping one of you might kick in.

In our democratic household a purchase of such magnitude would be decided before committee. That committee being my financial wizard of wife and me. This particular item would fall into the ‘capital purchase’ category (have you seen the price of that thing), and currently does not fit into this years fiscal plan. We have been approved however for the purchase of new rakes.

There are a number of items on the table for this upcoming fiscal year to be brought before the committee and voted upon. These include a wide array of projects and purchases, some so exciting as re-sealing the driveway, or having the chimney rebuilt. Also on the list this year is Ferris’ higher education. That will require a sub-budget committee and possibly special council from the daughter who comes highly qualified with her years of under and post graduate experiences. She can help us hone the art of balancing financial aid, dorm supplies and beer allowances.
There are fun things on the list of considered items such as new counters and some new kitchen appliances (yes, we find these fun) – altho these are often pushed to the bottom of the list during the meetings. These meetings take place regularly and often are unscheduled. There are always cocktails at these meetings, and sometimes snacks. You might think that cocktails would increase spending, but we have found the contrary. A cold beer and a fine glass of wine enjoyed on the covered porch or in front of the fire in the winter is just the thing to make us realize – hey, its all good, who needs new counters or a stove where all the burners work, we are happy, we love our lives.

And for anyone who would like to contribute to the CycloneRake fund – I do have a PayPal account.