Destination: Where?
Thursday, I had to head over to the Nearby Small City for a chiropractor appointment and a Walmart run. The drive over for the most…
Author: The Freeholder
Report from the OP, April 3, 2023
Time flies when you’re busier than a… I’ve spent a lot of time with the grandkids. Thing 1 has been cutting teeth (she’s now up…
This might come in handy
I don’t think there’s a particular reason to run out and finish off your prep list, but I needed some quick content. Grandkids have been…
A random find in the basement
I think I’ve mentioned somewhere that I’m trying to clear off my workbenches and finally, 16+ years after moving in, have the basement organized. I…
Some non-Artificial and possibly Intelligent thoughts on Artificial Intelligence
I’ve been looking into the Microsoft et al implementations of AI tech in consumer products. With more information, I’ve got more thoughts. On the Windows…
Things to teach your son
I was going through some things on my ever-filling hard drive. I’m not sure where I picked this up, but I’m pleased to find that…
Pretty soon your toilet will have AI technology
At least at the rate we’re going. Check out these headlines: Microsoft Adds Bing AI to Windows 11, Expanding Access Further Microsoft is adding more…
Report from the OP, March 15, 2023
I’ve been trying to write this post for so long (started in on March 8) that I’ve forgotten half of what I wanted to include…
Vocations for a New America: Small Engine Repair
I can hear people now–“If it’s a collapse we’re all going to be walking or riding a bicycle/horse/insert preferred beast of burden! There’ll be no…
It’s another Intellectual Froglegs!
Sorry about the page formatting. Enjoy it anyway.
Remembering Andrew Breitbart
One of the most important voices in the conservative community was silenced 11 years ago today. In my opinion, he was second only to Rush…
Woah
I’ve seen and done some over-geeked solutions to problems, but I am only a novice in the face of this greatness. But I may have…
I’ve forgotten how much fun it is having little kids around the house
And I want to emphasize the plural nature of the issue because both grandkids are now cutting teeth. The amount of drool is stupendous. Even…
Vocations for a New America: Watchmaker
In lieu of the post I want to write, you’re getting this one instead. The other one will have to wait a while. But you…
Armageddon Refrigerator Says
Dang thing’s getting all kinds of laid back on us.
Where was Jack when the lights went out?
Probably groping for a flashlight, especially if he wasn’t a prepper. Ah, but we’re smarter than ol’ Jack. While we may carry a tiny flashlight…
The new windows have landed!
One day–and not even a long day–and the new windows are here, installed and paid for. That last one was an owie. I don’t know…
Report from the OP, February 2, 2023
This is going to be a little different than usual. It’s all about “What did I see in the Big City of Charlotte?” Overall, I…
{inserts key into door lock}
Turns key, opens door. Gropes for the light switch. Trips over an unidentified something. Manages not to fall by grabbing something that turns out to…
Report from the OP, January 24, 2023
Whew. It’s been how long since I last reported? Two weeks? And this is the fourth day I’ve worked on this, trying to get it…
Armageddon Refrigerator Says
The thing seems to be fixated on bunkers lately. I have to wonder why. A housekeeping note: It’s been sort of stupid busy here all…
Do I have a win this quickly?
In my January 1 predictions for the coming year, I had the following Don’t be surprised to see some damn Leftist propose a “BTU Tax”…
Report from the OP, Jan. 7, 2023
There are days when I simply look out a window at whatever part of my yard I can see and wonder “How long until it’s…
There will be a test–soon
I’m finding the Neo-Ciceronian Times to be a veritable font of clear thinking and good writing. This piece is from 2021, and is a worthwhile…
The only constant is change
Daughter has lifted her embargo on pictures of the kids on the Intertubz. So here you have Thing 1 on the left and Thing 2…
In which the actions of one man act to precipitate a war
Yes, one man can start a war. A lesson from history that we need to remember.
Predictions for 2023
If 2022 was a dumpster fire, 2023 is setting up to be a real shit show, but for now, the process of collapse is still…
Closing the circle for 2022
One of the things about making very non-specific predictions is that you can declare yourself right and get away with it. 🙂 This day in…