Dolly Parton made it a year and a half after her husband died, which got me thinking about my own future.

Nvidia did the heavy lifting. Its blowout Wednesday-night report and a forecast for 70% fiscal-2028 revenue growth sent the stock up nearly 9% Thursday and dragged the index to a fresh record before Friday’s fade. The entire tape is now leaning on the AI complex, and the AI complex is now leaning on one earnings call at a time.

As many of you know, Akaisha and I first came to Chapala, Mexico in 1993. Not many of the people we met back then are still here. In the tropics, people come and they go.

I guess some guys and gals would relish my position — financially independent and single — but so far I don’t. The grass isn’t always greener, and I miss my partner dearly.

It just doesn’t feel right for me.

Regaining Control
Billy Kaderli

For a man used to being in control, I found myself lost and lacking confidence.

I don’t know if this is part of my grieving process, but I do know that part of grieving is being exhausted. And I am. Therefore ...

Akaisha was my personal secretary for decades. We always shared the duties and used to say it takes two of us to live one life. That pretty much sums it up.

by Jim and Kathy McCloud

Our good friends Jim and Kathy produced this touching tribute to Akaisha. Thanks so much my friends.

I mentioned earlier that I would give you an update on the account transfers and related matters.

This is a huge adjustment for me, being here alone at our Arizona shack without Akaisha.

The recent passing of Akaisha just illustrated our point on taking Social Security at 62.

Then I discovered she had several recurring charges that I now have to either transfer to my name and credit cards or cancel. All of a sudden I felt stuck in a sticky wicket.

You know, you would think something as easy as going for Happy Hour on a Caribbean Island would be very simple. Beer. Beach. Sunset. But we're here to tell you, yes, there is a learning curve.

Returned from the beach, I sat quietly with a pour of G4 reposado premium tequila — one of our favorites — reflecting on everything.

Money Never Sleeps
Billy and Akaisha Kaderli

Many people are shocked to learn that since we left the conventional work force over thirty years ago our net worth has actually increased.

Please know that I have read every single one, often through tears, and I am deeply touched by your love and compassion.