Simple Living

Gardening Update I've been cultivating my plant collection since the lockdown, and I've recently downsized to 2 plants after some ups and downs. Here’s a recap of my current lineup and some updates: Current Plant Collection: 8-inch Pots: Sansaviera (oldest, 3 years) Sansaviera Updates: 1/13/24: Added a Xanthosoma for $14.99, opting for it over a Monstera. 6/10/24: Unfortunately, my orchid died after blooming twice, so I’m now down to 6 plants. I also trimmed my golden pothos to manage its long vines better. 10/15/24: Let go of the pothos due to health issues, leaving me with just 5 plants. Thankfully, my Parlor Palm survived a spider mite infestation and has recovered. 3/19/25: Simplified to only the Sansaviera's .

Personal Collections Review for 2024 It’s that time of year again—time to review my personal collections. My last update was in 2021, and since then, I’ve made some changes, most notably dropping the whisky collection, which I now treat as consumables. Here's a breakdown of my collections as they stand in 2024. I. Total Value ~$13,200 The total value of my collections is relatively modest, with a few items making up the bulk of the value—namely my Rolex, Omega, and iPhone 16. Without those high-value pieces, the rest of my collection is worth around $2,400 . That said, I’m considering a major purchase in 2025, which could significantly impact the total. I’m eyeing a Rolex Submariner 14060 or an Omega Speedmaster Professional , budgeting between $4,000 to $8,000 for one of these iconic pieces. If I pull the trigger, it would effectively double the value of my collection. II. Full Collection Breakdown 1. Headphones – 9 Total Value: ~$600 I’ve streamlined my headphone co...