Line of revolutionary war soldiers with muskets

When it’s Time to Stop Going with the Flow

Sometimes, you reach a juncture where you have to go with the flow or take a stand. But taking a stand can mean many different things.
Driveway in the Spring

Prepper Diary April 18: Spring Means We Get Busy

The weather cannot make up its mind: Warm one day, chilly the next. We get some work done but keep the fire lit at night for warmth.
The first portion the the Declaration of Independence

Why Independence Day Matters

I celebrate Christmas, not December 25. I celebrate Veterans Day, not November 11. Why should Independence Day be any different?
Instructions for using an automat

Living in a Self-Service World: Fewer Workers Means More Automation

With 2.2 million fewer people working in the hospitality and restaurant industry, it's no surprise restaurants are turning to automation or asking customers to serve themselves.

It is Difficult to Watch it all Implode

I never thought I’d say this, but I feel sorry for Joe Biden. He is failing in front of our eyes, and dragging the country down with him.
VW minibus with hippie motif

How Peace, Love, and Flower Children Ruined the Country

This country is sliding down the drain and the race on to see if we experience an economic or social collapse first. I blame the hippies.
A submarine at sea. Image by David Mark from Pixabay.

Why the Submarine Deal is a Game Changer in Pacific

Australia takes an important step to remind China that it is will not lie down and be bullied as naval power in the Pacific rises to prominence again.
A view of Shanghai from the distance

The Pop Heard ‘Round the World: China’s Bubble Bursts

Capitalism practiced by communists has lead to the expected default of Evergrande, one of China's largest companies that makes up 2 percent of its GDP.
Eroding trust. Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay.

It’s Getting so you can’t Trust our Institutions

Trust is one of those things that keeps our society running smoothly, yet it is disappearing as we lose faith in our politicians and institutions.
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A Couple Updates from Pete

Greetings and thanks to all my readers, and a special thank you for those who check in frequently. After growing 15 percent per month this...