Day: May 21, 2011

Note from JWR:

Today we present another two entries for Round 34 of the SurvivalBlog non-fiction writing contest. The prizes for this round include: First Prize: A.) A course certificate from onPoint Tactical. This certificate will be for the prize winner’s choice of three-day civilian courses. (Excluding those restricted for military or government teams.) Three day onPoint courses normally cost $795, and B.) Two cases of Alpine Aire freeze dried assorted entrees in #10 cans, courtesy of Ready Made Resources. (A $400 value.) C.) A 9-Tray Excalibur Food Dehydrator from Safecastle.com (a $275 value), D.) A $250 gift certificate from Sunflower Ammo , …


Minerals, Nutrients and Essential Oils for Survival, by M.G.M.

As my husband excitedly plans how to care for our family if disaster strikes and  how to live on bare minimal amounts of food, I am preparing my heart for caring for my family during hard times.  I know that my job is maintaining the emotional presence of my family during the hard times that we may face. These are things that we can all inexpensively incorporate into our lives now and reap the benefits from.  I am also happy to tell you that these are things that you can use around your house every day, and will also bring …


The Group Think Trap, by Doctus

The world is falling apart around us.  The economy is in shambles and the moral fiber that once made this country great has been reduced to nothing but tattered rags.  The once individualistic American who mistrusted government is now willing to give everything over to government for a modicum of false safety.  The entrepreneurial and innovative American has been boxed in by tough regulations and taxes.  In short, the American spirit is being snuffed out by the modern progressivism that has taken hold of our once great country. Amidst all this doom and gloom and with little prospect for a …


Four Letters Re: Diabetic Preparedness – Storing Insulin in a Grid Down World

Dear Editor: Robert M. should also look at a propane refrigerator such as found in campers.  It only takes enough gas to run a pilot light to keep things cold.  A 20 pound propane cylinder will last us several seasons and also do the cooking.  A  200 gallon tank would last for several years if it were only used to cool your medications.  I have seen used propane refrigerators going for next to nothing when people scrap out old campers.  – Bob P. Hi There, Kudos to the author who wrote about off-grid electric refrigerators for storing insulin; other options …


Economics and Investing:

Photo of an Obamaville. Loyal contributor John R. sent us a capacious pile o’ links: Paul Ryan Speaks on the “Catastrophic Trajectory” of US Debt – ZeroHedge Our Peculiar State of Suspended Animation – Charles Hugh Smith What Will Happen When QE2 Ends? – Dave Cohen Obama’s debt-limit truth-twisting – Stephen M. Meister Kicking the Can to the End of the Road – John Mauldin      Social Security ‘Trust Fund’ to Add $5 Trillion to Debt – Investors.com Items from The Economatrix: Stocks Follow LinkedIn IPO Higher Commodity Rally Sends Stock Indexes Higher Central Banks Snap Up Gold in First …


Odds ‘n Sods:

This post sums up what a lot of people have been thinking: You Might Be A Psychopath If…    o o o The shortages continue: Drugs For Critically Ill In Short Supply. (Thanks to C.D.V. for the link.)    o o o Ay, ay, ay: CDC Warns Public to Prepare for ‘Zombie Apocalypse’. How could the CDC use such absurd, illogical imagery to promote a family preparedness campaign? They must have let a few overpaid publicity consultants run amok. Be very careful when you ask PR people to “Do something bold, to catch attention.” Did they ever! (Thanks to Steve …


Jim’s Quote of the Day:

“The law of the LORD [is] perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the LORD [is] sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the LORD [are] right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the LORD [is] pure, enlightening the eyes. The fear of the LORD [is] clean, enduring for ever: the judgments of the LORD [are] true [and] righteous altogether. More to be desired [are they] than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb.” – Psalm 19:7-10 (KJV)