Here’s a video I recently recorded on the state of media, government, corporate America…..well, you know the rest. Yes we are all being lied to. Whether it’s the news media talking about political polls and what the government is doing and why, or Congressional hearings and what is being discovered. It’s all BS and the… Continue reading Video: We Are All Being Lied To Non-Stop
Category: Random Thoughts
Happy Independence Day
Happy Independence Day folks!! I pray that the sacrifices of our past heroes shall not be in vain. I often wonder what modern Patriots will need to do to save this country and bring it back to the condition that the Founders envisioned. Is it too late? Time will tell. Until then spread the word… Continue reading Happy Independence Day
4th of July Special: Coupon Code – 17.76% Discount Off All Orders Over $17.76
REMINDER: Hope everyone has plans for a great 4th of July!! I was just planning out my day and thought “Why not have a sale in the 1776 Survival & Preparedness Store?” So – through July 5th here’s the deal: Coupon Code: 1776 Discount: 17.76% Discount code will work on all orders over $17.76. (See… Continue reading 4th of July Special: Coupon Code – 17.76% Discount Off All Orders Over $17.76
ONE DAY ONLY: Coupon Code – 17.76% Discount Off All Orders Over $17.76
Hope everyone has plans for a great upcoming weekend! I was just planning out my day and thought “Why not have a sale in the 1776 Survival & Preparedness Store?” So – through July 5th here’s the deal: Coupon Code: 1776 Discount: 17.76% Discount code will work on all orders over $17.76. (See what I… Continue reading ONE DAY ONLY: Coupon Code – 17.76% Discount Off All Orders Over $17.76
From the Desk of John Rourke: May 28th, 2023
Things have been crazy busy as regular life takes up so much time – work, family, regular daily tasks such as cooking, cleaning, laundry, etc. Add to that establishing a garden and getting the cabin and homestead the way we want it. Yup – it’s been busy. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ This past weekend… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke: May 28th, 2023
From the Desk of John Rourke: May 17th……Snow
Today was fairly productive….and just a bit crazy. The variety of thoughts and experiences I’ve had today has been a bit out of the ordinary. Overall – it was good. Normal day as far as getting up, a couple of fried eggs and some toast. 20-minute drive to work catching up on some messages via… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke: May 17th……Snow
Violent Night: Pure Entertainment
I just finished watching the “Christmas” movie Violent Night and absolutely loved it. Now – if you DON’T enjoy senseless violence, needless profanity, and blood splatter then make sure you DO NOT watch this movie. I found it to be highly entertaining. I saw the creative team who developed the movie borrowed ideas from Die… Continue reading Violent Night: Pure Entertainment
From the Desk of John Rourke | LIFE | MAINE | CABIN | SURVIVAL & PREPAREDNESS | FUTURE
Well, it’s been a few beers since my last update and a whole lot has gone on in the last several weeks. While it has been far too long since I’ve posted – I’ll be getting back to my regular schedule very soon. Let’s get to it….. As of February 9th, I am permanently in… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke | LIFE | MAINE | CABIN | SURVIVAL & PREPAREDNESS | FUTURE
Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas everyone! I truly hope everyone has a wonderful and enjoyable day. Rourke
Weekend Coupon Code – 17.76% Discount Off All Orders Over $17.76
Hope everyone is having a great weekend! I was just planning out my day and thought why not have a sale in the 1776 Survival & Preparedness Store? So – through Monday here is the deal: Coupon Code: 1776 Discount: 17.76% Discount code will work on all orders over $17.76. (See what I did there?).… Continue reading Weekend Coupon Code – 17.76% Discount Off All Orders Over $17.76
Things Are Busy….
Haven’t been posting much lately as I’ve been super busy. At the time of this writing, I’ve been down with a “bug” and feeling like bear excrement. COVID test was negative and although I was running a fever it dropped. I just feel crappy – no energy, a little bit of a cough developing, and… Continue reading Things Are Busy….
Recent Trip: Chimney Rock, NC
So my youngest decided to get married…….at 19. Yup. I talked to him and provided my infinite wisdom but love…..or hormones….made him decide to go through with the ceremony. His bride is a very smart and nice girl. At least that is a positive. So – they decided to get married up at Lake Lure… Continue reading Recent Trip: Chimney Rock, NC
Quick Movie Review: The Grey
Back in 2012 when The Grey came out I thought it was one of the best survival movies I’d ever seen. I still love it. When I did a write-up on it I was surprised at the sheer negativity thrown my way because people hated the movie. Ten years later I still don’t care. The… Continue reading Quick Movie Review: The Grey
Dog Soldiers 2: Fresh Meat
I’ve mentioned several times that Dog Soldiers is one of my favorite movies. If you’re not familiar here is a quick plot summary: “The movie follows a small squad of British soldiers during a routine night-time training mission in the Scottish Highlands. While on their way to rendezvous with a special ops unit, the group instead… Continue reading Dog Soldiers 2: Fresh Meat
Meme Monday……..
Here are a few to get your week started off right…..
Meme Monday……..
Here are a few to get your week started off right…..
Making Preparedness Too Complicated
I’ve talked to a lot of survivalists and preppers over the years. Far too often people complicate survival and get lost in the details. They try to contemplate and consider every possible scenario. That my friends is simply impossible. With everything going on in people’s lives simplicity – although welcome – sometimes escapes people’s thoughts… Continue reading Making Preparedness Too Complicated
Wear glasses?
I’ve just added a new product to the shop – the Offgrid Eyeglass Repair & Care Kit. As someone who has worn glasses for…..a long time…..I’ve had more times than I can count where glasses have has those little nose thingy’s fall off. What a pain. Ever had a lens fall out and no one… Continue reading Wear glasses?
From the Desk of John Rourke
It’s been a while since I’ve thrown one of these “random thought” posts out there. Really should do this more often. Our move to Kentucky is complete; unfortunately, it has not gone well. The job has not turned out to be what it was advertised. To put it bluntly, it sucks. Well – it is… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke
Happy Independence Day
Happy Independence Day folks!! Make it a great day, then work to do what you can even in some small way to take our country back. Take care! Rourke
Mail Run: Tactical Stuff
As it often happens received notifications from my local UPS Store that I had some packages arrive. I recently ordered some Glock 17 magazines to shore up my supplies. With the discussions in Congress of potential gun control bills and numerous a$$hole Republicans agreeing – I thought now was as good a time as any.… Continue reading Mail Run: Tactical Stuff
What are people to do?
Over the past three weeks, I’ve had numerous discussions with people regarding the world today. These include people of varying economic classes, races, education levels – and political perspectives. None would be considered serious preppers. Concerns over inflation, food shortages, inflated stock markets, increasing cost of housing, and a ridiculous national debt were involved in… Continue reading What are people to do?
Red Dawn……again
Yup…..I’m referencing Red Dawn again. Still one of my favorite movies ever. Below is a great scene where Col. Tanner explains how the war began. Listen a couple of times. There are some details mentioned I missed the first 20 times I saw the movie…LOL. Rourke [ecwid_product id=”242168723″ display=”picture title price options addtobag” version=”2″… Continue reading Red Dawn……again
From the Desk of John Rourke……….
Anyone else think that this “SHTF” we have been planning on for the past couple of decades actually started a few years ago? Anyone else just flat out frustrated it isn’t what we thought it would be – well, at least not yet? There are so many things going wrong right now not only in… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke……….
Thoughts on the Mossberg Shockwave
The Mossberg Shockwave is technically neither a shotgun, pistol, nor a rifle. It is simply considered a “firearm”. This is the reason that firearms such as the Shockwave can be purchased legally – in most areas. What is it? It’s the answer to owning a short-barreled shotgun without a tax stamp. Topped with a… Continue reading Thoughts on the Mossberg Shockwave
Update on Website Redesign II
I know when I’ve had my @ss handed to me. I’ll stick with the original theme for the time being as the conversion process is using way too much of my time. Sorry for the confusion. Stay safe all! Rourke
Update on Website Redesign
Well – I was not thrilled with the looks of the new design. I also had lost some content that was part of the previous design so I reversed everything, retrieved and backed up the content – and installed a new “theme” design. I’ll spend the next two days trying to clean up the look… Continue reading Update on Website Redesign
From the Desk of John Rourke December 19th, 2021
Looks like Build Back Better is dead in the water. This may be permanent. Might be temporary. Time will tell. The National Debt continues to climb towards 30 trillion regardless. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ Getting ready to travel close to 1,000 miles this week for the holidays. Would appreciate prayers for safe travel. ◊… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke December 19th, 2021
From the Desk of John Rourke December 3rd, 2021
Ray Dalio, a successful and extremely wealthy hedge fund guru has publicly stated he believes there is a 30% chance of civil war within the next 10 years. He goes on to say that the Constitution may well be what saves the country. Political division is one of the main culprits that could cause the… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke December 3rd, 2021
From the Desk of John Rourke October 29th, 2021
I’ve had this “theme,” or design of this website since its creation. Like with many other things, change is often good. I’ve considered changing the appearance and functionality of 1776PatriotUSA.com for quite some time. Why? Adapting to modern technology and modern multimedia devices is necessary. So – I may switch it up and give it… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke October 29th, 2021