by Ryan Stille | May 18, 2023 | Family, Financial Planning
Swimming in lakes, rivers, and oceans all offer something special beyond the back-and-forth laps in a pool. Swimming with friends for fun or competitively in an event, open water distances can vary. As I expand my distance and discover how far I can swim out of...
by Ryan Stille | Oct 12, 2022 | Family
The trees were full of color as the grey cliffs surrounded me on a 10-mile swim through the Tennessee River gorge. After completing a 6-mile swim earlier this summer, I wanted to test myself and see if I could go further. My curiosity persisted and there was only...
by Ryan Stille | Jul 8, 2022 | Family, Financial Planning
My oldest son and I spent time on campus last week taking part in freshman orientation. The students were split up in small groups from the start and set off to explore campus and have fun. Meanwhile in the auditorium, parents heard from various university leaders...
by Ryan Stille | Jun 14, 2022 | Family
This past Sunday I swam 4.4 miles across the Chesapeake Bay with 650 other swimmers, what an experience! This event had not been held since 2019, so the race director and swimmers were excited for it to take place. Here’s a recap of the day and some thoughts on open...
by Ryan Stille | Mar 3, 2022 | Family, Financial Planning, Values
Who’s had the largest financial influence on your decisions around money? The answer may surprise you. Beginning at an early age, it’s natural to absorb opinions and philosophies on money by watching and listening to our parents. Many of their decisions,...
by Ryan Stille | Nov 30, 2021 | Family, Investments
I love to ride my bike outdoors in all kinds of weather (except pouring rain). Last November, I bought cycling boots and more layers to brave the chilly winter weather. I thought this would keep me outside from January to March, it didn’t. I learned it’s really...
