From the Desk of John Rourke – March 18th, 2024

Quick Health Update: I had my doctor’s appointment last week and the doctor explained the reasoning for them wanting an MRI. No surprises – they want to verify the cause: cancer? cyst? blunt trauma? bacterial infection? Based on the cause then they will direct treatment. I am waiting on a call to have either an MRI scheduled in Lewiston, Maine which is a very open MRI that I should not have a problem with, or more local in Bangor where I will be sedated.

Should get a call early this week.

On a positive note, I feel like my enlarged spleen has shrunk to some extent over the last week. I simply do not feel it like I was and have had zero pain. So – it’s a positive change.

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There’s something I can’t help myself from buying every time I walk into Walmart. It’s not the best but I feel like I can’t have too much and the price is decent. These are small so I keep them in a few places in my truck, in shooting bags, kits, etc. It’s become a habit now.

What am I talking about? Rem-oil!

I’ve got a few dozen of these little bottles of Rem Oil and just keep picking them up. Speaking of gun oil I’ve been working on creating my own concoction for firearm lubrication. Will be testing once the weather gets a little better. The reality is gun oil is insanely expensive. Calculate the price per gallon.

Even Rem Oil is like $160 a gallon. Nuts!!

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This year we are putting in quite a few galvanized raised beds in the garden. We’ve ordered a combination of 4′, 6′, and 8′ versions. So, looking forward to seeing the results of using these. They are 12″ deep so plenty of root-growing space. We’ll be putting together a combination of compost and what is locally called “SuperSoil” which is delivered in truckload quantities. Several weeks before we put anything in the ground.

The last order I placed for the 6′ versions should be arriving later this week. Here’s the link if you’re interested: https://amzn.to/43jW1DC

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We regularly purchase canned meat as the vast majority of our long-term food stores are low in protein. Over the years I’ve heard of Keystone canned meats. I’ve lived in a few places over the years and although I may have missed them I’ve yet to see them on the shelf. Maybe eventually I’ll find a good source as they seem to be an excellent choice to add to the pantry.

What canned meats do we store now? There are various brands, however, we focus on canned chicken and beef. I’ve got some SPAM and the different flavors they offer. I recently saw some ham, chicken, and turkey in mylar pouches. These have an extended shelf life and would be great in a bug-out bag or survival kit.

Now that I’m thinking about it – now would be a good time to step it up a notch.

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Stay safe all and please…..keep preparing.

Rourke

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