Why start this journal? Well, kashi asked me to!
The reason that I haven't for so long is that I didn't really feel that I needed to. My debt was under control and I have been happy with my savings rate for the last two years. Life was good...at least it was until the last Wednesday in July.
Now its not. My dad passed away unexpectedly July 27. Mom passed away nearly two years ago, so now its my sister and me. There was a will which states that we inherit equally a dairy farm in Wisconsin. Luckily it wasn't a working farm - no livestock - two parcels of land, barn, sheds, farm equipment, house, household items.
Right now I really feel like my finances (and my emotions) are out of control and will be for some time. Of course I've spent a fair amount traveling to the funeral and beginning the long journey through the will and probate. My sister, who lives in Wisconsin, did a fantastic job with the funeral arrangements.
More tomorrow.
first entry - a lot to think about
August 8th, 2005 at 07:03 am
August 8th, 2005 at 02:43 pm 1123508625
(and...I'm glad you started a journal!! although I wish it had been under happier circumstances.)
August 8th, 2005 at 03:52 pm 1123512739
The only piece of advice I can give you is to take it slow. There are a lot of emotions associated with getting an inheritance (not the least of which is coping with your loss). The money will be fine sitting in a bank/money market for a while until you sort things out. Slow and steady wins the race...