Two Years in and the War in Ukraine is Escalating
Have you noticed that the war is Ukraine is getting more attention, and not for good reasons? Things may be getting worse.
Back to Square One; We Get a Second Solar Quote
Not 100 percent pleased with the first quote we got for a whole-house solar system, we talked to a second vendor and got another quote.
Some Regional Banks See Shaky Financial Future
Just as last year's bank failures fade from memory, problems at some other banks raise fears of a new round of bank failures.
When Layers Lie on the Stand for All to See
I thought you have to be smart to get through law school, but some of the lawyer's we've seen on the stand this past week make me question that assumption.
Poverty is the Parent of Revolution, Crime and War
What happens when you have a weak economy, a weak president and strong enemies? It isn't good.
Buying Gold and Silver at Costco
Cost, the warehouse store that is a prepper's paradise, has started selling gold bars and silver coins. Is buying gold and silver at Costco a good idea?
Cell Network Crash Demonstrates how Fragile Technology Is
the loss of the AT&T wireless network for about 12 hours last week should be a reminder of how vulnerable we are to a loss of technology.
Mucking out the Chicken Coop
We take advantage of the warmest day yet in February to catch up on homestead chores. It's no fun, but needs to be don
The Power of the Purse
Is the trucker boycott of NYC real or just a way to generate social media views? Pete explains why he doesn't think it will live up to expecations.
The Bunker Mentality of the Rich and Famous
Lots of wealthy folks have bunkers, but does that make them any better off than you or I when it comes to surviving a catastrophe?