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Things Turn Ugly

While COVID-19 data continues to improve, the rest of the news does not. If this is what the “new normal” looks like, then we’re in for a pretty ugly immediate future as politics rears its ugly head, job losses become permanent, and fears of a second wave persist.

Coronavirus Fear vs Familiarity

Does familiarity breed contempt? Or as we learn more do we just fear COVID-19 less?

Politics vs Pandemic

We've seen the curve flatten and slowly drop, now news coverage is following as COVID-19 gets less coverage.

Quarantine Day 56: A DIY Project Mushrooms

We’re eight weeks into our stay-home period so to console ourselves, and to support a local restaurant, we got take out for only the...

Unemployment Soars as COVID-19 Persists

COVID-19 cases continue to grow slowly across the U.S. and the world as unemployment reaches new heights.

The Best Batteries for Preppers

When the power goes out, either for a few hours or forever, most of us reach for a battery powered device. Here's our advice for the best batteries for preppers

The Economics of COVID-19 vs Reopening

There’s an economic cost to keeping the country shutdown and a cost in lives if we reopen. We need to strike a balance where we can move forward without endangering vulnerable groups.

LEDs: The Prepper’s Bright Little Friend

In a TEOTWAWKI situation, you’ll need bright, efficient, robust lighting. LED lights are the answer.

States Weigh Economic vs Health Toll of COVID-19

After a couple days of lower numbers, both the death toll and number of coronavirus cases saw a bump in the past 24 hours.

Day 53 of Quarantine: We Fall Back on TV for Entertainment

Our lives remain quiet, for which we are thankful but also looking forward to reopening. We spend our time with books, TV, YouTube and look for a new home.