Monthly Archives: January 2022
It Begins Again: Empty Grocery Store Shelves and how to Compensate
We lived with empty shelves after the panic buying of early 2020, but shortages today are caused by supply chain issues, not panic.
Super Cold Temps Hit U.S.; How to Stay Warm
As temperatures plunge in New England, there are fears that there might not be enough power generation to meet demand.
One Advantage of Living on a Mountain
There are many advantages of living halfway up a mountain in an out-of-the-way location. Privacy is one of them.
Omicron Shows the Danger of our Fragile Society
Have you noticed it yet? In 2020 the government forced us to shut down. Today sick employees are causing slowdowns and backlogs.
Kazakhstan: Watching a Society Fall Apart in Real Time
It started with protests over the high cost of fuel. Now there are running gun battles in the street and the Kazakhstan government is bringing in Russian troops.
Will Inflation Result in Riots in the U.S.?
The rising costs of food and fuel seem to ignite protests and riots that can topple a government. What are the chances that will happen here?
Driving Home why you Need a Survival Kit in your Car
Thousands of drivers were stranded overnight on I-95 in Virginia, with many stuck for 15 or 20 hours, because a storm dumped snow on...
Snow Delights the Dog, but the Chickens Hate it
Winter finally arrives at the homestead with temperatures in the twenties and a few inches of snow. More cold is expected.
Omicron: Its going to Get Worse
Airline delays and cruise ship cases are just the warning signs. As we move beyond the holidays, the damage and danger of Omicron will become clear.
Urban Prepping is an Oxymoron; Get Out while you Can
If you consider yourself a serious prepper and you live in a large city, you need to re-evaluate your priorities. Increase your odds of survival by leaving.