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We opted to live halfway up a mountain, far from the nearest city. Photo by skingery314 from Pixabay

Prepper Diary July 13: Our Property Search Draws to a Close

We've opted to move halfway up a mountain and far from the city. Mountain life lies ahead for us as we take the next step towards our prepper property purchase.
Two women wait for their order, being prepared by a sever wearing a face mask. Photo by Dan Burton on Unsplash.

Coronavirus Report July 13: Recap and Round-Up

The reign of the coronavirus is far from over as surging cases continue to threaten our food supply, the economy, and our lives.

Coronavirus Report July 10

The New York Times reported 59,886 cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, ringing the U.S. total to 3,131,500.  Deaths declined slightly from...
No Toilet paper at Walmart on 5/28/20

Coronavirus Report July 8: Is Panic Buying Back?

Panic buying resumes in Australia, where several provinces are going back on lockdown. Will we see similar situations in the U.S. as COVID-19 continues to spread?
A cabin or retreat in the mountains

Prepper Diary July 8: A Retreat Visit

Our daughter visited the family retreat or bug out location without us for the first time. It was a learning experience for all involved.
Many restaurants remain closed or must serve only on ourdoor patios. Photo by Jason Leung on Unsplash

Coronavirus Report July 7: Economic Problems Persist

Rising coronavirus cases are causing states to reverse reopening, causing more long-term economic damage.

Coronavirus Report: July 6

Coronavirus cases in the U.S. grew by 50,900 in the past 24 hours, reaching 2,910,600, an increase of 1.8 percent.  Deaths remained remarkably low...
Stacks of ammo cans

Prepping Diary July 5: Packing our Ammo

As we prepare for our move, we need to properly store and transport our guns, ammo, powder, primers, and other "hazardous" materials that movers won't take.
New York Times charts showing states where COVID-19 is increasing

Coronavirus Report July 5: From Bad to Worse

Florida, Texas and California are among the 38 states where COVID-19 continues to spread, leaving a great many unanswered questions.
Singing the Declaration of Independence

The Importance of Independence Day

It is important that everyone who is or wishes to become an American Citizen recognizes the importance of Independence Day, the anniversary of the...