One Life To Live Q1 2018: The Day We Met Root of Good

Financial independence isn't just about numbers—it's about living a fulfilling life. Our "One Life To Live" series showcases how we're optimizing for happiness while pursuing FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early). This quarter, we're excited to share our adventures, including a memorable meetup with a FIRE community icon. A Road Trip to Remember This March, we embarked on a 10-day journey through Virginia and North Carolina. The trip's highlight? Meeting Justin from Root of Good and his family in Raleigh. But before we dive into that, let's set the scene. Our adventure began in Roanoke, VA, wound through the charming streets of Asheville, NC, and included stops in picturesque towns like Culpeper, Lexington, and Abingdon. Ea