May you each and every one have a Happy and Prosperous New Year. May your 2012 end with happiness and success, may your life be satisfying. May you and your family grow closer and I hope that your year ends with all of those you care for safe and comfortable.
My best wishes to all of you.
I'm off to a party, so don't expect anything until Monday, at the earliest!
Until then, be safe.
Saturday, December 31, 2011
Friday, December 30, 2011
we need a list.
Of "bad" words so we can overwhelm the system that is watching us.
Eventually there will be enough processing power that we cannot overwhelm it, but until then, we can make it hard.
Jihad,
Bomb,
Infidel,
militia,
Prep.
drugs,
explosive,
revolution,
Yayo,
weed.
Gunwalker,
Ammunition,
bullets,
TNT
AMFO (and Ammonium Nitrate)
Radioactive....
Anyone want to add to the list? please, do so in comments.Lets get a BIG list for the Son of Echelon to chew on..
I think, just for testing purposes, I'll start out each cell phone conversation with one or more of these words for the near future. Just to help them test the system, ya know.
Eventually there will be enough processing power that we cannot overwhelm it, but until then, we can make it hard.
Jihad,
Bomb,
Infidel,
militia,
Prep.
drugs,
explosive,
revolution,
Yayo,
weed.
Gunwalker,
Ammunition,
bullets,
TNT
AMFO (and Ammonium Nitrate)
Radioactive....
Anyone want to add to the list? please, do so in comments.Lets get a BIG list for the Son of Echelon to chew on..
I think, just for testing purposes, I'll start out each cell phone conversation with one or more of these words for the near future. Just to help them test the system, ya know.
Thursday, December 29, 2011
It are not too late
If you haven't, get in the game for great prizes and a chance to help some deserving folks!
More free ice cream later. I got brain lock.
More free ice cream later. I got brain lock.
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
I wonder if we can do that in Indiana?
Seems that Montana citizens are launching a recall of their senators who voted for the NDAA.
I kind of like the idea. It's legal, which voting from the rooftops isn't. (although the latter might be a more effective deterrant to future un-Constitutional votes).
I gotta go do some research here and see if we have recall provisions in our state Constitution.
Ammo is expensive
I kind of like the idea. It's legal, which voting from the rooftops isn't. (although the latter might be a more effective deterrant to future un-Constitutional votes).
I gotta go do some research here and see if we have recall provisions in our state Constitution.
Ammo is expensive
Monday, December 26, 2011
Some pigs are more equal
While the DOD doesn't allow yarmulkes or other religious headgear or other dress, they are bowing to the fundamentalist Muslims (again).
Look: I really don't care what your religion says. When you become a member of an army (any army) or other military organization, you lose your individuality, your rights, and your identity. You become part of the team, a cog in the machine, and you wear the approved UNIform. (uni=one) form. One form. One look. One set of dress rules.
Not so, now the DOD has bowed to pressure. And again, has made 2 sets of rules. One for Muslims, and another for every one not-a-muslim.
Were this a draftee military, there might be a bit understanding. But she volunteered to be a cadet. Chose to join. Volunteered.
CAIR is destroying whatever they touch. And, I think, hurting Muslims in the long run. By their actions, they de-legitimize (in the eyes of many other folks) the religious rules which Muslims live under. And they resist the assimilation process. Many Muslims bring good things to this country. They are the latest wave of strong, hard working would-be citizens who came to this country to make a better life for themselves and their families. Yet CAIR and other such organizations de-legitimizes them.
Look: I really don't care what your religion says. When you become a member of an army (any army) or other military organization, you lose your individuality, your rights, and your identity. You become part of the team, a cog in the machine, and you wear the approved UNIform. (uni=one) form. One form. One look. One set of dress rules.
Not so, now the DOD has bowed to pressure. And again, has made 2 sets of rules. One for Muslims, and another for every one not-a-muslim.
Were this a draftee military, there might be a bit understanding. But she volunteered to be a cadet. Chose to join. Volunteered.
CAIR is destroying whatever they touch. And, I think, hurting Muslims in the long run. By their actions, they de-legitimize (in the eyes of many other folks) the religious rules which Muslims live under. And they resist the assimilation process. Many Muslims bring good things to this country. They are the latest wave of strong, hard working would-be citizens who came to this country to make a better life for themselves and their families. Yet CAIR and other such organizations de-legitimizes them.
Sunday, December 25, 2011
WTF are you doing?
Reading blogs on Christmas morning?
Shut off the computer and be Christmas-ey.
Be with family or friends.
And Merry CHRISTmas!
(or other appropriate semi religious holiday celebrated more or less around the winter solstice)
Shut off the computer and be Christmas-ey.
Be with family or friends.
And Merry CHRISTmas!
(or other appropriate semi religious holiday celebrated more or less around the winter solstice)
Saturday, December 24, 2011
Today, I learned
that it is possible to stand a Kubota 3540 tractor on one front wheel when the loader is properly filled.
And that it will pivot when you turn the wheeel.
Now I have to order a new seat.
And that it will pivot when you turn the wheeel.
Now I have to order a new seat.
cops/warriors
They shouldn't be the same.
Police are supposed to be peace officers. To "protect and serve". Soldiers are warriors.
But they are becoming harder and harder to tell apart.
If they think they need all of this equipment to be police, what does that say about what they think about the population which they"serve"?
Police are supposed to be peace officers. To "protect and serve". Soldiers are warriors.
But they are becoming harder and harder to tell apart.
If they think they need all of this equipment to be police, what does that say about what they think about the population which they"serve"?
Friday, December 23, 2011
APESHIT
For shoes.
One wonders how many of these eager people are in the 47% that the government says need pay no taxes because they are living in "poverty"...Yet they can afford a $200 pair of shoes.
And look at their behavior: These scenes were repeated all across the country..(you gotta wait for the commercial though)
And:
Just think what their behavior is gonna be like when they are HUNGRY. And cold. And you aren't.
You think the doors on your home are gonna fare any better? And yes, there is definitely an ethnic/socioeconomic component to the crowds. Likely these folks don't have jobs either, if they can be where they were when they were there to get the shoes. Likely living off of "entitlements". But they can shell out the big bucks for fancy shoes. Even though the gubmint thinks they need more money from you to help these folks.
Think what's gonna happen when the free stuff disappears and the police aren't able to help you. When their children are hungry and the cities are unlivable. When the crowds discover that you have what they want and there is no one to stop them from taking it.
Whatcha gonna do then?
Crowds like these folks will change your liberal attitude, I assure you.
One wonders how many of these eager people are in the 47% that the government says need pay no taxes because they are living in "poverty"...Yet they can afford a $200 pair of shoes.
And look at their behavior: These scenes were repeated all across the country..(you gotta wait for the commercial though)
And:
Just think what their behavior is gonna be like when they are HUNGRY. And cold. And you aren't.
You think the doors on your home are gonna fare any better? And yes, there is definitely an ethnic/socioeconomic component to the crowds. Likely these folks don't have jobs either, if they can be where they were when they were there to get the shoes. Likely living off of "entitlements". But they can shell out the big bucks for fancy shoes. Even though the gubmint thinks they need more money from you to help these folks.
Think what's gonna happen when the free stuff disappears and the police aren't able to help you. When their children are hungry and the cities are unlivable. When the crowds discover that you have what they want and there is no one to stop them from taking it.
Whatcha gonna do then?
Crowds like these folks will change your liberal attitude, I assure you.
Thursday, December 22, 2011
Republican fold
Once again. So all the bad press, and all the posturing was for naught.
What did they gain?
And how much did they lose by doing it?
Just once I'd like to see the Republicans decide to do something, and damned well make it happen. Stand their ground, be strong, and be principled. Not bow to pressure from the opposition, and not become afraid of what theDNC media says. I'd really like to see them have balls.
Oh, and Mr. Barry: If you really believe that having more money on the hands ofcitizens proles taxpayers, then why not REALLY cut in taxes. Say, 20%?
I really think that if a large Nickle-Iron meteorite were to hit Washington DC, the only thing I would mourn would be the loss of the monuments and the Smithsonian.But I'd trade them for the clean house in our government.
Now if only I could find one headed in the right direction...
What did they gain?
And how much did they lose by doing it?
Just once I'd like to see the Republicans decide to do something, and damned well make it happen. Stand their ground, be strong, and be principled. Not bow to pressure from the opposition, and not become afraid of what the
Oh, and Mr. Barry: If you really believe that having more money on the hands of
I really think that if a large Nickle-Iron meteorite were to hit Washington DC, the only thing I would mourn would be the loss of the monuments and the Smithsonian.But I'd trade them for the clean house in our government.
Now if only I could find one headed in the right direction...
More fraud
In the 2008 elections found.......
all linked to (so far) ACORN (and DNC).
Any surprise?
I bet it is in all57 50 states and that it is all linked to DNC and ACORN.
Of course, it is just now coming to light, as the 4 years are almost over. Why only now? Why not then? How does it take 3 years to examine signatures?
One wonders.
.
all linked to (so far) ACORN (and DNC).
Any surprise?
I bet it is in all
Of course, it is just now coming to light, as the 4 years are almost over. Why only now? Why not then? How does it take 3 years to examine signatures?
One wonders.
.
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Doing the jobs
That Americans can't won't aren't allowed to:
all those "shovel ready" jobs...rebuilding the infrastructure of America...paid for with Tax Dollars.
Paid to Chinese firms.
Sad.
But an explanation as to why the US is starting to circle the rim.
all those "shovel ready" jobs...rebuilding the infrastructure of America...paid for with Tax Dollars.
Paid to Chinese firms.
Sad.
But an explanation as to why the US is starting to circle the rim.
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
THey oughta shoot him
No charges filed
THey ough to shoot the stupid bastard. Or at least charge him with manslaughter.
Stupid bastard killed a young girl with negligence and stupidity.
A muxxleloader is no less a firearm than any other rifle.
Remember the four rules.
THey ough to shoot the stupid bastard. Or at least charge him with manslaughter.
Stupid bastard killed a young girl with negligence and stupidity.
A muxxleloader is no less a firearm than any other rifle.
Remember the four rules.
Insurance
Why do we prep? Stockpile food, tools, a means to protect them (and us) from others who might wish to take them? Learn skills to make do without modern conveniences (like electricity) and the skills to protect what we have?
I figure it is insurance...and time.
I spend a little over $5 a week to stockpile food and materials which will give me a little bit of breathing room should the society in which I live go tits-up. Insurance against a time when the normal grocery stores full of food might have their just-in-time deliveries interrupted for a while...or for good. When the electricity which makes my life so easy for me stops doing so. When the natural gas which keeps me warm and which makes it so easy to cook food and gives me hot water for showering stops flowing.When your ,municipal water supply doesn't.
Five dollars a week is all I spend. Seriously. An average of $5.00. I buy canned vegetables when it is a real bargain, and I store those cans in milk crates that I get for free. Rice and beans are also good items to find on sale and which store well, especially in a 5 gallon bucket with a few desiccant packs to keep it dry. $250 a year, more or less. Not much figured weekly though. Most of us spend more than that wastefully. A few less sodas, or one less Latte, or taking a sandwich rather than ordering from Arby's for lunch once a week. But I can store a lot of food for that $5.00 a week.
But besides a bit of peace of mind, what am I really accomplishing? It takes a LOT of food to feed 10 people for a year (to pick a number). That is nearly 11,000 meals......that is 7,000 pounds of rice (or an equivalent amount of beans, or about 6000 cans of vegetables, or 4500 cans of Dinty Moore or Spaghettios. That's a lot of space and a lot of weight. That assumes, of course, that you eat exclusively from your storage food. And realistically, unless you have resources that most of us do not, you cannot store an infinite amount of food, due to cost considerations if not space issues. That 7000 pounds of rice? Realistically that is a little more than 2 pallets of rice...or one of rice and one of beans. Few of us have enough space to store that much. 3 pallets of cans. I don't have that much storage space, unless I clean out the garage....
But you CAN store a surprising number of meals with a little bit of judicious adjustments and some smart thinking. Put a layer or two of cans in the bottom of your closets...Cover with a blanket or towel. Put a board across the tops....You have used your space wisely. Same with under your bed. You can store a lot of calories under a bed. Not enough to last forever, but a lot.....maybe a shelf in the basement (if you have a basement). But with some thinking and ingenuity you can find a place for a few dozen cans/ a few pounds of rice. (a milk crate holds 32 cans, more or less)...
What you are really buying with your $5 a week is to have TIME. Time to adjust your lifestyle. Time to plant a few seeds to have a garden and have the plants bear. Time to figure out what to do, how to live BEFORE you starve. Time to deal with the new conditions you may find and experience. Time to figure out how things will change, and what will work and what won't. Time to learn. Time to adjust. Breathing space, as it were.
Likely, you are a resourceful person. But no one knows what might happen, what conditions we might find....if and when. That $5.00 each week buys you TIME. Time which may well be as valuable as anything else when you need it to decide a course of action. Time to choose your path. Breathing space so you can make calm, informed decisions. Time which others will not have.
What are you prepping for? Really yer prepping for the future. Might be a bank crash/economic "realignment". Might be a software worm that makes modern electronic banking stop working. Might be a terrorist attack. Might be a natural disaster ('cause FEMA and the local folks did so well post Katrina, didn't they?) Might be an internet attack on our infrastructure, causing electricity to stop for a while. Might be any number of scenarios. No matter what happens (if anything) you, because of your preps, will have bought yourself some time to deal with the issues. Time most people will not have.
And that time may well be worth more than anything....Yer preps will be a great value when that happens.
I figure it is insurance...and time.
I spend a little over $5 a week to stockpile food and materials which will give me a little bit of breathing room should the society in which I live go tits-up. Insurance against a time when the normal grocery stores full of food might have their just-in-time deliveries interrupted for a while...or for good. When the electricity which makes my life so easy for me stops doing so. When the natural gas which keeps me warm and which makes it so easy to cook food and gives me hot water for showering stops flowing.When your ,municipal water supply doesn't.
Five dollars a week is all I spend. Seriously. An average of $5.00. I buy canned vegetables when it is a real bargain, and I store those cans in milk crates that I get for free. Rice and beans are also good items to find on sale and which store well, especially in a 5 gallon bucket with a few desiccant packs to keep it dry. $250 a year, more or less. Not much figured weekly though. Most of us spend more than that wastefully. A few less sodas, or one less Latte, or taking a sandwich rather than ordering from Arby's for lunch once a week. But I can store a lot of food for that $5.00 a week.
But besides a bit of peace of mind, what am I really accomplishing? It takes a LOT of food to feed 10 people for a year (to pick a number). That is nearly 11,000 meals......that is 7,000 pounds of rice (or an equivalent amount of beans, or about 6000 cans of vegetables, or 4500 cans of Dinty Moore or Spaghettios. That's a lot of space and a lot of weight. That assumes, of course, that you eat exclusively from your storage food. And realistically, unless you have resources that most of us do not, you cannot store an infinite amount of food, due to cost considerations if not space issues. That 7000 pounds of rice? Realistically that is a little more than 2 pallets of rice...or one of rice and one of beans. Few of us have enough space to store that much. 3 pallets of cans. I don't have that much storage space, unless I clean out the garage....
But you CAN store a surprising number of meals with a little bit of judicious adjustments and some smart thinking. Put a layer or two of cans in the bottom of your closets...Cover with a blanket or towel. Put a board across the tops....You have used your space wisely. Same with under your bed. You can store a lot of calories under a bed. Not enough to last forever, but a lot.....maybe a shelf in the basement (if you have a basement). But with some thinking and ingenuity you can find a place for a few dozen cans/ a few pounds of rice. (a milk crate holds 32 cans, more or less)...
What you are really buying with your $5 a week is to have TIME. Time to adjust your lifestyle. Time to plant a few seeds to have a garden and have the plants bear. Time to figure out what to do, how to live BEFORE you starve. Time to deal with the new conditions you may find and experience. Time to figure out how things will change, and what will work and what won't. Time to learn. Time to adjust. Breathing space, as it were.
Likely, you are a resourceful person. But no one knows what might happen, what conditions we might find....if and when. That $5.00 each week buys you TIME. Time which may well be as valuable as anything else when you need it to decide a course of action. Time to choose your path. Breathing space so you can make calm, informed decisions. Time which others will not have.
What are you prepping for? Really yer prepping for the future. Might be a bank crash/economic "realignment". Might be a software worm that makes modern electronic banking stop working. Might be a terrorist attack. Might be a natural disaster ('cause FEMA and the local folks did so well post Katrina, didn't they?) Might be an internet attack on our infrastructure, causing electricity to stop for a while. Might be any number of scenarios. No matter what happens (if anything) you, because of your preps, will have bought yourself some time to deal with the issues. Time most people will not have.
And that time may well be worth more than anything....Yer preps will be a great value when that happens.
Monday, December 19, 2011
Training
"Owning a gun without practice does not make you an armed citizen any more than owning a guitar makes you a musician."
Cooper
Cooper
Sunday, December 18, 2011
who knew?
I mean, really, Jedi Knights?
and thoughts about their issues here.
I see religious infighting coming soon.
Those Czechs, you know...
I wanna know where they are getting the LightSabers.
and thoughts about their issues here.
I see religious infighting coming soon.
Those Czechs, you know...
I wanna know where they are getting the LightSabers.
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