I heard an analogy the other day that I had never heard before. "Government is like fire." I immediately stopped what I was doing and just sat, and thought. Now, when I hear an analogy, I usually try to think about how far I can stretch it, and where it breaks. I do this because … Continue reading Government is Like Fire…
Category: Philosophy
Thoughts on Riots, Protests, Police, etc.
Scattered, yet related thoughts
Life is General. Embrace the Coyote
Link to another blog’s post I enjoyed.
How to Survive Quarantine
If you're anything like me, you get more done when you've got more to do. I don't know why, but when I'm not completely against the wall with responsibilities my mind decides that it can put everything off. Unfortunately, that also includes this blog (hence the later than normal publishing). Not only does more to … Continue reading How to Survive Quarantine
Corona Virus, Prepping, and Predators.
Loose Lips Sink Ships...
Peace Is The Exception
May this anomaly never end in my descendants' lifetimes. This concept is one that I've had a hard time articulating to people. We are violent creatures, and we live in a violent world. The animals that inhabit this world with us are inherently violent. Even your pet, sleeping on the couch next to you, is … Continue reading Peace Is The Exception
Thoughts on Kids and Guns
Some thoughts and musings on raising kids safely.
Emergency Meal Planning on a Budget
Emergency food that is budget friendly, readily available, and doesn't suck.
“When Are You Good Enough?” -by Greg Ellifritz
I found a great, well-written post about something I believe needs a major re-think by well meaning but ultimately short-sighted individuals in our community.
Archetypes of the Gun Owner: Gamer Gary
Guest installment in the Archetypes series








