I got seven pieces of art professionally framed.

One of the pieces I purchased in 1997.

It may not seem like a big deal to get art framed, but here's what it takes:

1. Getting out to interesting places

2. Meeting artists

3. Having a job that allows me the extra $50 to buy a piece of original art from the artist

4. Protecting and properly storing the art so it survives moving 9 times; twice half-way around the world

5. Building a career and job that gives me great satisfaction and monetary comfort

6. Buying a home

7. Being smart with money and building up savings, while still having a full and enjoyable life

8. Making the decision to respect the art I have purchased and frame it properly

9. Getting the art framed

10. Hanging the art in my home.

The most expensive frame job was a little over $400, the cheapest piece was about $60.

And I now have my favorite art, reminding me of my trips and life all around the world, framed and hanging in my home.

I cannot tell you how big the smile is on my face, right now... This feels really good.