Submitted by CA renter on November 27, 2010 - 6:47pm.
You're bumming me out, waiting hawk. My hope was to finally get a real life once we buy a house. ;)
It's good that you and some of the other recent buyers are still addicted to this blog. It would be mighty quiet and lonely around here if you guys weren't still checking in. :)
Submitted by permabear on November 28, 2010 - 6:31pm.
This completely fits in with my personal psychological theories (somewhat educated due to college degrees).
My theory is that animals (and hence humans) have a certain psychological rhythm, largely dictated from millions of years of seasonal changes, that impacts larger trends. Most recessions tend to last roughly a seasonal change. Even the Great Depression is better understood as a series of recessions/recoveries over a multi-seasonal time period. It just so happened the overall trend was down - think of it as a few years in a row when you get frost and can't harvest, or the local wildlife becomes diseased, or whatever. Point is, there's a seasonal, semi-sinusoidal wave to things.
So WTF does this have to do with this post?
I think most people are "tired" of things being bad. They've reached their saturation level, and are ready for things to turn back up. All it'll take is a few quarters of things really starting to improve, and people will say "hey - things are getting better!"
It actually doesn't matter if the "economic fundamentals" support it. Everything boils down to emotional states, which are THE leading factor. Despite the fact QE will destroy the future of our country, The Bernanke realizes inflating a big stock market rally will help people get excited again.
Submitted by sdrealtor on November 29, 2010 - 3:48pm.
pablo
The wine world is on fire sale thse days. the values out there are amazing. I have been buying lots of Italian wines (Brunelo's and Barolo's) lately to age at great prices. There are deals to be found if you go to the right places.
If you really want to buy great wines for great prices, my two main sources these days are both in OC and both will ship to you or you can pick up in OC. The best thing to do is to sign up for their email services.
While everyone has different tastes if you can buy wines rated 90 or above by WS (wine spectator) or Robert Parker for under $30 you will likely be very happy with what you get more often than not.
I'm curious to peoples thoughts a year or two into homeownership. Have things been like you thought? What do you enjoy most/least, etc.
I was prepared for another 20% drop in price, so, I was definitely pleasantly surprised when it went the other way. Owning the home vs renting is everything I thought it would be and much more. DIY projects are fun and gratifying. What I like least is the itch to do all the DIY projects at once.
Submitted by scaredyclassic on November 29, 2010 - 9:58pm.
One thing I'm looking forward to in homeownership is never feeling outraged or cheated when the gumming does some stupid crap to prop up housing prices. I'll still think it's dumb but at least I won't be irritated. I'll be pleased sort of.. But not really.
Submitted by PCinSD on November 29, 2010 - 10:23pm.
sdrealtor wrote:
pablo
The wine world is on fire sale thse days. the values out there are amazing. I have been buying lots of Italian wines (Brunelo's and Barolo's) lately to age at great prices. There are deals to be found if you go to the right places.
If you really want to buy great wines for great prices, my two main sources these days are both in OC and both will ship to you or you can pick up in OC. The best thing to do is to sign up for their email services.
While everyone has different tastes if you can buy wines rated 90 or above by WS (wine spectator) or Robert Parker for under $30 you will likely be very happy with what you get more often than not.
Ah, more good tips. Thank you. There should be some respectable stuff out there under $30.
I'm blessed with a wine palate that can enjoy the cheap stuff, but I like to take something better when I go to house parties.
it's like CHEERS.
Except some folks make it more challenging to know your name - by changing it. LOL.
Congrats, WaitingHawk.
You're bumming me out, waiting hawk. My hope was to finally get a real life once we buy a house. ;)
It's good that you and some of the other recent buyers are still addicted to this blog. It would be mighty quiet and lonely around here if you guys weren't still checking in. :)
its cool when the veterans (lurk) chime in and offer valuable perspective
...wait a minute, did you say everyday? ;)
Nothing is wrong with you :-). Bought my house 2 years ago and I'm still here.
haha im glad im not the only one and yes everyday. I dont post as much but still look around everyday.
Still haven't bought, don't come around as much any more. Not much new is happening.
Any chance of getting an update on this thread?"
http://piggington.com/wine_pricing
The holiday season and all. I get my wine tips from you, TG, sdr, et al.
This completely fits in with my personal psychological theories (somewhat educated due to college degrees).
My theory is that animals (and hence humans) have a certain psychological rhythm, largely dictated from millions of years of seasonal changes, that impacts larger trends. Most recessions tend to last roughly a seasonal change. Even the Great Depression is better understood as a series of recessions/recoveries over a multi-seasonal time period. It just so happened the overall trend was down - think of it as a few years in a row when you get frost and can't harvest, or the local wildlife becomes diseased, or whatever. Point is, there's a seasonal, semi-sinusoidal wave to things.
So WTF does this have to do with this post?
I think most people are "tired" of things being bad. They've reached their saturation level, and are ready for things to turn back up. All it'll take is a few quarters of things really starting to improve, and people will say "hey - things are getting better!"
It actually doesn't matter if the "economic fundamentals" support it. Everything boils down to emotional states, which are THE leading factor. Despite the fact QE will destroy the future of our country, The Bernanke realizes inflating a big stock market rally will help people get excited again.
I'm curious to peoples thoughts a year or two into homeownership. Have things been like you thought? What do you enjoy most/least, etc.
pablo
The wine world is on fire sale thse days. the values out there are amazing. I have been buying lots of Italian wines (Brunelo's and Barolo's) lately to age at great prices. There are deals to be found if you go to the right places.
If you really want to buy great wines for great prices, my two main sources these days are both in OC and both will ship to you or you can pick up in OC. The best thing to do is to sign up for their email services.
www.winex.com in Orange
www.amazinggrapes.com in Rancho Santa Margerita
While everyone has different tastes if you can buy wines rated 90 or above by WS (wine spectator) or Robert Parker for under $30 you will likely be very happy with what you get more often than not.
It's 3 years and I am still hanging here..
I was prepared for another 20% drop in price, so, I was definitely pleasantly surprised when it went the other way. Owning the home vs renting is everything I thought it would be and much more. DIY projects are fun and gratifying. What I like least is the itch to do all the DIY projects at once.
Same here... bought in June but still handing out here... not every day but at least every other day. :)
One thing I'm looking forward to in homeownership is never feeling outraged or cheated when the gumming does some stupid crap to prop up housing prices. I'll still think it's dumb but at least I won't be irritated. I'll be pleased sort of.. But not really.
The wine world is on fire sale thse days. the values out there are amazing. I have been buying lots of Italian wines (Brunelo's and Barolo's) lately to age at great prices. There are deals to be found if you go to the right places.
If you really want to buy great wines for great prices, my two main sources these days are both in OC and both will ship to you or you can pick up in OC. The best thing to do is to sign up for their email services.
www.winex.com in Orange
www.amazinggrapes.com in Rancho Santa Margerita
While everyone has different tastes if you can buy wines rated 90 or above by WS (wine spectator) or Robert Parker for under $30 you will likely be very happy with what you get more often than not.
Ah, more good tips. Thank you. There should be some respectable stuff out there under $30.
I'm blessed with a wine palate that can enjoy the cheap stuff, but I like to take something better when I go to house parties.
I don't have the patience or room for aging wine.