Random Thoughts
The GOP Tax Bill has been passed. I watched President Trump and GOP Congressional leaders at their press conference and it was impressive. Although it was, for the …
Preparedness
All of us have some type of bug out bag or get home bag in our vehicle – right? The video below shows one example with a great description …
Random Thoughts
This past weekend has been super busy and as such posting this week will be limited. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ There have been a lot of stories …
Preparedness
Zombie apocalypse. Crimewave. Race War. World War. Economic collapse. EMP. Pandemic. Hurricane. Massive winter storm. Invasion of the Smurfs. The reasons people prepare vary but what we should …
Random Thoughts
“Serenity now! Serenity now!” ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ People over complicate and over analyze survival and preparedness all the time. Someone says they prefer “this” gun and they …
Preparedness
This will be a fairly short and simple review. I’ve been using this 10,000mAh solar power bank since November of 2016. It works and works well. Numerous trips …
Random Thoughts
Appreciate all the well wishes for my son. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ Here are all the ways to connect with John Rourke(um…that’s me): BestPreparednessDeals.com FreePrepperEbooks.com PrepperSeedBank.com Facebook: …
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I have now convinced myself I must have this…… ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ Well – Life Happens. My older son had a driver run a red light …
Guns & Stuff
With the large selection of modern semi-auto “black” rifles such as the AR-15 and AK-47, the lever action is rarely discussed. Although many would argue there is little …
Random Thoughts
Recently had a lot of questions regarding building AR’s. I am not an expert and some have – and will – call what I do assembly rather than …
Quote
“I am a strong Christian. Not a perfect one—not close. But I strongly believe in God, Jesus, and the Bible. When I die, God is going to hold …
Random Thoughts
Watching a documentary called “The Enemies Within” on Amazon Prime. Quite good. It goes over a narrative of how the demise of communism in Germany and the Soviet …
Guns & Stuff
I’m addicted to building AR’s. I admit it. I’ve been actively searching for a support group to get help. Unfortunately, they all meet at my local gun shop …
Random Thoughts
Here is a place to share things you’ve been thinking about lately. What kind of things? Recent accomplishments in preparedness. Projects being worked on. Thoughts on world events. …
Random Thoughts
With the issue of communication post-SHTF, there is not nearly enough discussion regarding listening. I’m just as guilty as anyone. In my own plans a “commo center” is …
Random Thoughts
Many of us that write material for magazines, blogs, social media, or publish books do so not for the “big money” we get – but because we enjoy it. …
Preparedness
Have a prepper on your Christmas list? Here are a few ideas within different price ranges on what to get them. Forget the socks and the ties…..get them …
Random Thoughts
Started re-reading Day by Day Armageddon – one of my favorite books ever. It’s of the zombie genre however you don’t have to be a zombie fan …
Current Events
Communism has been feared in the United States since World War I. An acceleration of this fear occurred through the 40’s and into the 1950’s as many believed that communism …
Random Thoughts
Probable 2020 Democratic Presidential candidate Senator Elizabeth Warren slammed the GOP Tax Plan – and then admitted she hadn’t read it. My response to her on Twitter – …
Preparedness
One of the useful features of owning an inexpensive Ham radio such as the Baofeng UV-5R is the ability to listen to weather radio frequencies. Listening to the broadcasts …
Random Thoughts
Here is a place to share things you’ve been thinking about lately. What kind of things? Recent accomplishments in preparedness. Projects being worked on. Thoughts on world events. …
Random Thoughts
Monarch 230-grain 45ACP rounds are sold by Academy Sports. I’ve shot a few hundred rounds through my Springfield MC Operator 1911 with great results. Accuracy and reliability are …
Random Thoughts
Ordered mylar bags and oxygen absorbers. As I am looking at goals for 2018 food storage is a major one. While I feel well off in the food …
Preparedness
Every Thursday I recommend a few things such as movies, books, and an assortment of gear – all kinds of stuff. Some of these are related to survival & preparedness …
Random Thoughts
Those who stock up on CR2032 batteries they can be found frequently at the Dollar Tree stores. Lithium-ion with a long shelf life. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ …
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One of my favorite movie series is Death Wish with Charles Bronson. After typing this up I’m going to start watching it again. While very violent I enjoy …
Random Thoughts
Gun magnets can provide a solution to a problem you didn’t even know you had! A simple $12 magnet can be mounted just about anywhere – including your …
Preparedness
Powers out. The suns going down. Temperatures are dropping. The zombies are…..OK, I’m getting carried away. Lighting when the powers out is not a very popular topic. Beyond …
Random Thoughts
The trend towards “grippy” textures being added to pistols for better handling is definitely a positive one. While the ability to hold a gun may not seem like …
