Roundup: November 16-30
By theprofessionalhobo ~ December 1st, 2008. Filed under: Australia, life at Kingbilli, links.
For the last two weeks we have been so lucky to have Kelly’s parents visiting from Vancouver Island. The 
35 hour journey here was a little tough, but they rallied well to enjoy the (rainy-but-nice) weather and see some sights with us. Please look forward to some updates about our adventures shortly.
In the meantime, following are the articles I managed to crank out in between card games, great meals, and sightseeing excursions. Enjoy!
WISE BREAD
Can You Afford to Have a Baby?
More and more couples are deciding that having a family is not for them (others yet waiting longer to take the plunge), many citing their finances and a higher cost of living as a reason. While I believe that those who really want kids will always find a way to afford it, there may be some truth to this premise. Don’t “kid” yourself: children are expensive and can financially ruin those who aren’t prepared for all the expenses – both obvious and otherwise.
Here are some financial considerations to plan and account for prior to sprouting your own little guys.
VAGABONDISH
The Wannabe Flashpacker’s Guide to Laptop Travel
Do you travel with a laptop or not? If so, which kind? Do you go for small and portable, or lunky and reliable? Expensive at the risk of theft, or cheap and cheerful? Here’s the low-down on what to do…or not to do.
