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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 …
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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. …
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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 …
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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 – …
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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. …
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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 …
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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 …
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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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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 …
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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 …
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Starting next week going to go back to the normal posting schedule I have been doing for months. I can see how often posts are viewed and since …
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Well, “Project Cherokee” is officially on the road. While it remains a piece of crap it is now a legal piece of crap with two new tires on the back. …
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Picked up a Fobus holster for my Ruger SR22. On clearance for only $13.98. Great deal!! ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ Mrs. Smith Apple Pie. Not as …
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I’ve never understood the idea of “hate crimes”. If I get the hell beat out of me I want the group of guys that did it held accountable. …
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Growing up I used to think a lot about what it must have been like back in the “Cowboys and Indians” days. I’d sit along a riverbank and …
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Watched a documentary on Netflix showing several people on election day in November of 2016. It’s interesting the cross-section of people all around the country from all different …
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When loading magazines – Where are your eyes looking? For most, looking at your hands while they insert rounds in the magazines is common. I suggest changing that …
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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. …
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Sorry for the lack of regular posting. As stated previously I have a lot going on and hopefully, by sometime next week all will be back to normal. Priorities. …
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This video shows how to make smoke grenades at home. This could be useful. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ Is there a trend developing of Conservatives being attacked …
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Another unfortunate event where evil shows itself and the innocent are killed. If there can be any positive that comes out of the Texas church shooting is that …
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The big protests last Saturday by Antifa turned out to be nothing. I am a tad surprised it was not a bigger deal but anticipated the whole thing …
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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. …
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For longterm power outages, candles are an inexpensive solution. Excellent shelf life and easy storage make candle a staple which to stock up. My own preference are jar …
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Happy Halloween everyone. While this typically fun time of the year isn’t what it used to be I hope everyone has an enjoyable evening. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ …
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One last comment on the whole “Free Kindle ebooks aren’t free” thing – it’s all about timing. My “From the Desk of….” posts go live every night at …
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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. …
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We all prepare for different – but similar reasons: Love for family and friends is a popular one. Wouldn’t it be great if we could all come …