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Jericho Episode 9 – Crossroads

JR September 21, 2016 3 Comments
Here is the ninth of a weekly installment discussing an episode of the popular TV series – Jericho – which aired originally back in 2006. Every Tuesday night we …
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civil defense, second revolution, 2nd revolution, survival, prepper, preparedness, WROL, TEOTWAWKI,
Current Events

The Coming American Reformation

JR September 20, 2016 23 Comments
  It’s coming. Like dark clouds off in the distance slowly moving across the horizon. Flashes of light signal the impending danger along with deep growling booms. There’s a …
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Preparedness

Retreat Arrival Checklist

JR September 19, 2016 9 Comments
I’ve been asked several times about when something happens and people first arrive to a retreat location. Questions usually come up regarding who does what and when. Granted situation …
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Preparedness

Prep’s This Week

JR September 18, 2016 10 Comments
Busy week but a good one. Interesting that for whatever reason this past week I found myself thinking with great clarity.  Hopefully it continues. Took out a small loan …
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Current Events

Southeast to Experience Gas Shortage

JR September 16, 2016 16 Comments
State of emergencies have been declared in both Georgia and Alabama due to a main fuel supply line leaked an estimated 250,000 gallons on September 9th. Due to the leak …
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Life Philosophy

Humor: Scene From the Movie Fireproof

JR September 16, 2016 4 Comments
  I love this scene from the movie Fireproof.  Enjoy!!! Rourke    
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Preparedness

Jericho Episode 8 – Rogue River

JR September 14, 2016 8 Comments
Here is the eighth of a weekly installment discussing an episode of the popular TV series – Jericho – which aired originally back in 2006. Every Tuesday night we are …
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Preparedness

Review: Convoy L6 3800 Lumen Flashlight

JR September 13, 2016 4 Comments
If you are a flashlight junkie you may want to move on to another post or go rearrange your sock drawer. This quick review of the Convoy L6 3800 …
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Current Events

VENEZUELA FOOD CRISIS: A WARNING TO THE WORLD

JR September 12, 2016 9 Comments
The following was originally published on the Emergency Essential blog. Venezuela is on the brink of collapse. With food prices skyrocketing, people are struggling to feed their families. Crime …
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Current Events

9/11: 15 Years Later

JR September 11, 2016 6 Comments
I use social media to promote patriotism and my political beliefs with a hope to positively influence others. It’s amazing the vile hate and negativity I receive from socialists, …
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Preparedness

Special sale on CIMA Knife

JR September 9, 2016 5 Comments
  A quick note:  The CIMA knife I did a table top review on has just been reduced in price for a limited time. As of this writing and …
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Guns & Stuff

Video: Completing An 80% Lower

JR September 8, 2016 7 Comments
There’s been some interest in 80% lowers and the process of finishing one. I have not completed one myself although I have seen the final product and talked to …
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Preparedness

Jericho Episode 7 – Long Live the Mayor

JR September 7, 2016 6 Comments
Here is the seventh of a weekly installment discussing an episode of the popular TV series – Jericho – which aired originally back in 2006. Every Tuesday night we …
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Preparedness

Layering your Kits

JR September 6, 2016 16 Comments
When dressing for activities in the out of doors we often use layering so that we can add or remove layers as needed to meet our needs in changing …
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Current Events

Q & A Day…..Hiking, Camping, Kayaking and Black Licorice

JR September 5, 2016 42 Comments
Ask a question and I will give you an answer. It can be about pretty much anything – politics, firearms, current events, survival, preparedness, or “Can you daydream at night” – …
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Preparedness

Prep’s This Week

JR September 4, 2016 18 Comments
  Managed to get a few things done this week: Picked up a pair of Merrell hiking shoes. This is my second pair and as my first still has …
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Preparedness

Goingray58: Why Does Prepping Exist As It Does Today?

JR September 2, 2016 15 Comments
Been thinking:   Why does prepping exist as it does today?   What makes it popular or possible based on numbers that participate to a greater or lesser degree? …
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Life Philosophy

Prayer Request

JR September 1, 2016 18 Comments
I received an email from frequent commenter Lightning. Her husband is struggling with some ongoing health issues and more tests are in the works. They have been married 46 years …
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Preparedness

Jericho Episode 6 – 9:02

JR August 31, 2016 10 Comments
Here is the sixth of a weekly installment discussing an episode of the popular TV series – Jericho – which aired originally back in 2006. Every Tuesday night we …
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Preparedness

Book Review: American Exit Strategy

JR August 30, 2016 5 Comments
I have read American Exit Strategy by Mark Goodwin twice and I foresee a third time in my future. Obviously I’ve enjoyed this book. American Exit Strategy is a …
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Current Events

A second Civil War or American Revolution?

JR August 29, 2016 26 Comments
It is interesting as I travel through my everyday life and talk to acquaintances or meet with vendors as part of my job the things people say. These folks do …
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Preparedness

Prep’s This Week

JR August 28, 2016 15 Comments
Not a lot to report this week. I have been preparing the garden to start installing raised beds. I’ve decided to use wood and vary their size and shape. …
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Guns & Stuff

Video: AR 15 Mil-Spec Lower Build

JR August 26, 2016 3 Comments
A little while back I mentioned that when putting together an AR stripped lower I used YouTube to assist with assembly.  Laying out all the required parts on a …
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Preparedness

Jericho Episode 5: Federal Response

JR August 24, 2016 6 Comments
Here is the fifth of a weekly installment discussing an episode of the popular TV series – Jericho – which aired originally back in 2006. Every Tuesday night we …
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Preparedness

CIMA Knife Table Top Review

JR August 23, 2016 10 Comments
I ordered this CIMA fixed blade knife a couple months ago when it was on sale for less than $20 and was shipped free. I really wasn’t expecting much. …
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Random Thoughts

Prep’s This Week…..

JR August 21, 2016 15 Comments
This week my main accomplishment was the purchase of an ATN X-Sight II 3-14X Day/Night Vision optic. So far I am very impressed and will report pro’s and con’s …
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Current Events

From the Desk of John Rourke…..

JR August 19, 2016 10 Comments
No more “From the Front Lines….” I decided to go back to the old title of “From the Desk of…”   Looking at some website statistics it looks like …
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Preparedness

Jericho Episode 4: Walls of Jericho

JR August 17, 2016 11 Comments
Here is the fourth of a weekly installment discussing an episode of the popular TV series – Jericho – which aired originally back in 2006. Every Tuesday night we …
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Politics

Rourke on Trump

JR August 16, 2016 14 Comments
Rourke: The following is a slightly edited and expanded version of a comment response I wrote up a few days ago. Figured I would share with everyone.   Trump …
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Preparedness

Prep’s this week?

JR August 14, 2016 18 Comments
Note: For some reason this post did not go live Sunday morning as scheduled – whoops!! Most of my prep’s this week involved fewer tangibles and more “prep” work. …
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