I can’t hardly watch action movies anymore. Far too often I am criticizing the tactics used rather than just enjoying the movie. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ The situation in Hollywood with actresses coming out of the woodwork pointing fingers at men who sexually harassed them is getting out of control. First off –… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – October 18th, 2017
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From the Desk of John Rourke – October 17th, 2017
While many of us continue to downplay the anticipated actions of Antifa come November 4th it is certainly something to be aware of. Community, regional, and national intelligence is something that is rarely discussed. Is there an Antifa chapter or group in your area? When do they meet? Have you ever attended? Who is… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – October 17th, 2017
From the Desk of John Rourke – October 16th, 2017
Went out of town Sunday to the Virginia Creeper Trail. The trail starts at a high elevation and you ride a bike down 17 miles through the mountain right near part of the Appalachian Trail. We took our time and really enjoyed it. There are rest areas and even a restaurant that serves incredible… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – October 16th, 2017
Saturday’s – “What on your mind?”
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. Recent purchases & recommendations Current events related to politics, terrorism, crime – whatever. Go on an adventure or have fun? Share it! Whatever is on your… Continue reading Saturday’s – “What on your mind?”
From the Desk of John Rourke – October 13th, 2017
Today is Friday the 13th. Good night to watch……Friday the 13th. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ With all the talk of gun control going on it’s difficult not to think about guns purchased “off the books”. The thought process for many is to have firearms hid away that were purchased via private sale with no… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – October 13th, 2017
From the Desk of John Rourke – October 12th, 2017
A bipartisan gun control Bill has been introduced in Congress. While I hope and suspect the Bill will not pass I have been wrong before. As preppers, we do not deal with certainty. It is the uncertainty of this world that often drives us to take logical steps to be ready. I do believe… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – October 12th, 2017
From the Desk of John Rourke – October 11th, 2017
It appears the outrage of the NFL kneeling players is having an effect. Owners are suggesting there may need to be a rule change requiring that players stand during the National Anthem. To hear even the consideration is a win for Patriots everywhere. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ 84% of Puerto Rico is still without… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – October 11th, 2017
From the Desk of John Rourke – October 10th, 2017
Evidence continues to mount that social media platforms such as Facebook, Youtube, and Twitter are unfairly censoring those of us with a Conservative and patriotic message. Some of the reasons Conservatives are getting temporary bans are ridiculous. I have been thinki9ng of starting a Patreon video channel. Patreon is much more friendly to the… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – October 10th, 2017
From the Desk of John Rourke – October 9th, 2017
It appears that “bump fire” stocks and other devices that provide near full-auto performance may be banned with growing pressure from the public. Many pro-2nd Amendment Congressmen have signaled a willingness to consider gun control legislation as a result of the massacre in Las Vegas. Even the NRA has suggested that they would support… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – October 9th, 2017
From the Desk of John Rourke – October 4th, 2017
Thank you for the recent article sharing on social media. As I try to expand the presence of 1776PatriotUSA.com and the multitude of messages and beliefs I promote I certainly cannot do it alone. Certain aspects of publishing can be somewhat automated – at a cost. One of the largest ways to reach more… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – October 4th, 2017
From the Desk of John Rourke – October 2nd, 2017
Another week of posting older articles. Next week everything will get back on track. While not obvious a lot has been and will be done behind the scenes to keep 1776 moving forward. A lot of projects getting worked on. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ The daily deal website BestPreparednessDeals.com launched yesterday. ◊ ◊ ◊… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – October 2nd, 2017
From the Desk of John Rourke – September 28th, 2017
Hope everyone is having a good week. As stated a few times last week I have been posting some past articles so I could work on a few projects. This may extend into next week. The hope is by taking this time it will mean better things here on 1776 as well as other… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – September 28th, 2017
From the Desk of John Rourke – September 25th, 2017
The choices for free ebooks that I haven’t posted before is becoming rather slim. Just an FYI. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ The kneeling of NFL players during the NFL is not a matter of free speech. It is a matter of disrespect and a sign of the times. Listen to the National Anthem.… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – September 25th, 2017
Saturday’s – “What on your mind?”
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. Recent purchases & recommendations Current events related to politics, terrorism, crime – whatever. Go on an adventure or have fun? Share it! Whatever is on your mind….… Continue reading Saturday’s – “What on your mind?”
From the Desk of John Rourke – September 22nd, 2017
Hurricane Maria Update: It appears that Maria will head out into the Atlantic. This is excellent news, however, anything could happen. It is days away from affecting the United States and if it should take a westerly track change it could present a very big problem. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ The sanctions just imposed… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – September 22nd, 2017
From the Desk of John Rourke – September 21st, 2017
I was recently asked why I do not support transgenders in the military. I do not believe that transgenders are normal and it is a sign of a mental disorder. These people need help. A large percentage of transgenders are suicidal or at a minimum unbalanced. This is not a logical thing for combat… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – September 21st, 2017
From the Desk of John Rourke – September 20th, 2017
Hurricane Maria Update: Maria is getting ready to slam Puerto Rico and continue towards a general direction of the East Coast of the United States. Most of the tracking shows Hurricane Maria turning sharply north. It is still a long ways out and much could change. If anywhere within the range of this storm keep… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – September 20th, 2017
From the Desk of John Rourke – September 19th, 2017
Hurricane Maria Update: Tracking by midday Monday is showing the storm taking a northern turn potential heading towards the Carolina coast – or possibly out to sea or even heading towards New England. At this point, it is too early to tell. Oh….Maria is now a Catagory 5 hurricane. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – September 19th, 2017
From the Desk of John Rourke – September 18th, 2017
No recipe yesterday. Just ran out of time. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ Took the top off my Jeep. Weather looks good for the week so I’ll enjoy the ride to work and home daily. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ TV Award Shows. No – Liberal Hollywood against Trump and all things Right. Disgusting.… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – September 18th, 2017
Saturday’s – “What on your mind?”
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. Recent purchases & recommendations Current events related to politics, terrorism, crime – whatever. Go on an adventure or have fun? Share it! Whatever is on your mind….… Continue reading Saturday’s – “What on your mind?”
From the Desk of John Rourke – September 15th, 2017
A local gun shop asked me about a partnership to bring preparedness supplies and information to their customer. The place is very big and similar to a small Bass Pro Shop. While this may seem like a great opportunity – I’m extremely busy. Not to be selfish but if I don’t get something out… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – September 15th, 2017
From the Desk of John Rourke – September 12th, 2017
Congratulations!! The United States National Debt has reached $20 trillion dollars. The crooks in Washington will keep the debt clock running……and running…..and running…..and running…… ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ I’ve been in discussion with an author who writes prepper fiction. They are wanting me to continue what I started with my book A Survival… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – September 12th, 2017
From the Desk of John Rourke – September 11th, 2017
IRMA Update: By the time most have read this IRMA will have gone through most of Florida and will be entering Georgia. Tracking being as inaccurate as it is means anything could happen. Watching Irma coverage most of Sunday has shown this is a heck of a storm. While it may end up not… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – September 11th, 2017
From the Desk of John Rourke – September 8th, 2017
Latest Tracking for Irma: Florida is in the bullseye and is going to be devastated. This is a worse case scenario. I pray for everyone affected by Irma and hope for a fast recovery. Terrible. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ There is a report that there were more votes in Chicago and then voters… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – September 8th, 2017
From the Desk of John Rourke – September 7th, 2017
Irma Update: Latest path below. Direction changed and now the Carolina’s are endangered to a greater extent. For most up to date info visit this website. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ We’ve heard from several of you who are getting ready in Florida. With the change in the projected path, my wife and I… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – September 7th, 2017
From the Desk of John Rourke – September 5th, 2017
Hurricane Irma is currently a Cat 4 and latest tracking has it bearing down on southern Florida. This looks to be a big one. Still quite a ways out it could go anywhere including to the Carolina’s and even northward out to sea. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ MidStateFirearms.com has Black Nitride M16/AR15 bolts… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – September 5th, 2017
From the Desk of John Rourke – September 4th, 2017
Hope everyone had a good weekend and enjoys their Labor Day. Weather was great here in South Carolina and mostly relaxed. Went on a short mountain bike ride through some local woods which was pretty cool. Saw some rabbits and deer. ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ ◊ I can’t figure out if Kim Jong Un… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – September 4th, 2017
Saturday’s – “What on your mind?”
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. Recent purchases & recommendations Current events related to politics, terrorism, crime – whatever. Go on an adventure or have fun? Share it! Whatever is on your mind….… Continue reading Saturday’s – “What on your mind?”
From the Desk of john Rourke – September 1st, 2017
Apologize for not publishing my normal “From the Desk of…” yesterday. I had to take Wifey to the ER. The short and sweet – She had swelling in her lower extremities and went to an urgent care facility. The doctor there was very concerned she may have a blood clot and sent us to… Continue reading From the Desk of john Rourke – September 1st, 2017
From the Desk of John Rourke – August 30th, 2017
This past weekend went apple picking up in North Carolina at a place called Sky Top Orchard. It is an annual event where my family and another takes the 2-hour trip. Fantastic weather and the scenery was beautiful as always. You can pick your own apples or buy them by the bag. e picked.… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – August 30th, 2017