Just a Short Update and Prepper News Recap
Not much going on around the homestead today, so I did chores and got things prepper in case storms from Hurricane Elsa get this...
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.
Survival Diary June 28: Propane Possibilities
Our all-electric house may be getting its first propane-powered appliance. That could be the foot in the door.
Double Digit Inflation Causes Pain in my Wallet
Its pretty shocking when things I bought in March and April cost more just two or three months later. Inflation is here, and its far more than 4 or 5 percent.
Costco Shopping Trip Shows No Sign of Inflation, Yet
I visit two stores known for low prices and I found no signs of inflation. But its there at the gas pump.
Another Busy Week on the Homestead
With spring giving way to summer and summer storms rolling through, we have to plan our work around the weather. There always seems to be more to be done.
Prepper Diary: A Chilly and Somber Memorial Day
Why do we say "Happy Memorial Day?" Shouldn't it be a more somber holiday? This year the weather was cold enough that no one on the East Coast felt like celebrating the start of summer.
Time to Buy an 80-percent Receiver and Build a Ghost Gun
Gun sales are soaring. Ammo is in short supply. The Democrats want to ban your guns. The ATF wants to increase regulation. Sounds like its time to buy a gun,
Prepper Diary May 28: When is a Weed not a Weed
With the weather improving and the sun shining again, we embark on a host of gardening and other outdoor activities
Road Trip Report: Gas Shortages and Lots of Trucks
We get a good look at the Southern states, mask compliance, gasoline shortages, the economy, and eat plenty of biscuits.