are you ready?Readiness quiz. A fun way to assess how ready you are for an emergency. Supply chains are fragile. The grid is vulnerable. When disaster strikes, you're on your own. Take the quick quiz to get your Ready Score and discover your family's gaps--before it's too late.' readyscore.com UPDATE: On Monday ... read more
b-vitamin supplement can treat psoriasisNew research suggests a common skin disease with no cure could be treated with nutritional supplements. The B vitamin derivative showed encouraging results for reducing psoriasis symptoms in studies with both humans and mice. Psoriasis causes a rash with itchy, scaly patches, most often on the knees ... read more
natural soil bacteria combo completely eradicates tumors across multiple human cancer types in miceA-gyo and UN-gyo achieved 100% complete tumor regression in animal models of human colorectal, ovarian, and pancreatic cancer, with no observable systemic toxicity. A remarkable study published in Nature Biomedical Engineering reports 100% complete tumor regression in mouse models of human colorect ... read more
glp-1 weight loss drugs may harm your healthGLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide) weight loss drugs in recent years have become a medical, Big Pharma gold rush. They have evolved into a multi-billion dollar money spinner. Openly touted by celebs, described as game changers in the mainstream media, there has been a world-wide obsession with these drug ... read more
usmnt routs rivals mexicoDon't look now, but Mauricio Pochettin's new-look USMNT is off to a red-hot start with three wins in three games following a tremendous tres a cero victory over bitter rivals Mexico on Saturday. USA 3-0 MEXICO — Recap, highlights Player ratings Eyebrows were certainly raised when the likes of Chris ... read more
this is the sodium-ion battery we've been waiting forExciting off grid battery technology. Mike Adams explains this new technology that will be ready to buy next year, maybe. . ... read more
bookvault app"Print Books On Demand: Publish, Print & Sell Globally. Self-publish and print books on demand and sell them through our retail network or retain maximum profit through your direct selling store." Check it out here. ... read more
kidney stonesOn Monday, September 28th, 2026 at 9:20 PM, someone wrote: Had a doctor visit today, and they said I have kidney stones. I was afraid it was something worse like kidney disease or cancer. There's really just one stone -- a white spot on the CT scan image -- big enough to cause problems. It's in t ... read more
fascinating info about sulfur productsIt's really amazing how vital it is for the modern world and the massive threat right now. It affects one thing which affects another and another, on and on. Gotta watch to believe it. Why Sulfur Exports from the Persian Gulf Stopped (0:00) Sulfur in Fertilizer and Tire Making (2:19) Copper, Si ... read more
life on other planetsHere's what Copilot AI says: "Earth is probably the only planet in the entire universe with life" is one of those arguments that sounds bold and "scientific" when packaged in a dramatic YouTube documentary, but collapses the moment you apply actual probability, scale, or astrophysics. Earth is s ... read more
fighting and winning against data centersAt minute 5 of this video is great news about how a community in Oregon got their elected officials to vote against a data center proposal. And there's another example of a town coming together to fight against another one. Great examples. Are people starting to realize these data centers are ushe ... read more
trump orders major overhaul of childhood vaccine policiesIt's Trump, though. So, odds are it's just smoke and mirrors.
"Trump has signed an order that calls for fewer childhood vaccines and also recommends splitting the mumps, measles and rubella (MMR) shots. 'Decades ago, children received only a small fraction of the vaccines required today,' Trump said on Monday. 'In those times, people were much healthier and of ... read more
is your lettuce safe to eat?For decades, Americans have been reminded to "eat their greens" as part of a healthy diet. For many, that now comes with the bizarre concern, "Is this safe?" The reason for safety concerns over lettuce and many other produce items is simple — cyclospora, a parasite spreading like wildfire across th ... read more
in 45 wordsJust a reminder of our Constitutionally-protected freedom of speech, religion and assembly. I.e., the First Amendment. Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the ... read more
fascinating pain relief patchReally amazing how it works. Mike Hammond Interview: Signal Relief's Drug-Free Micro-Antenna Technology for Pain Relief To learn more, click here. ... read more
if you are looking for a reliable washer and dryerFrom Harper & Knowles. I've Repaired Hundreds of Washers. These Are the Only 4 I'd Actually Buy. And these are the Only 4 Dryers. ... read more
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walking the dogsIt's something I do every night. I actually stopped for several months -- starting in May, I guess -- when my back problems flared up. Then came my knee surgery, which kept me from walking much. Then I got to where I enjoyed not having to walk the dogs every freakin' night of my life. :) But then t ... read more
advice to high school graduatesTo anyone teaching or raising kids of any age, here's some advice dished out at a high school speech about 11 things they did not learn in school. He talked about how feel-good, politically correct teaching has created a full generation of kids with no concept of reality and how this concept set the ... read more
four reasons why belief in authority is the most dangerous superstition"Question authority, including the authority that told you to question authority." — Sixth grade girl. Let’s get something straight, here at the outset. There’s nothing wrong with authority itself. It’s the belief part that messes everything up. Anyone can claim authority. But such authority only ... read more
parents code of ethicsSigning my daughter up for softball, I had to laugh at this (stripped down) Parents Code of Ethics:I will encourage good sportsmanshipI will place the emotional and physical well-being of my child ahead of my personal desire to win.I will remember that the game is for the youth -- not adults.I guess ... read more
how much money you should save for a comfortable retirement$7 million should just about do it.
"More than half of Americans lack confidence in their ability to retire when they want and to sustain a comfortable life, according to a 2024 poll by the Bipartisan Policy Center. Many Americans are anxious and confused when it comes to saving for retirement. One of those pain points: How much s ... read more
doormats with a differenceA few doormats for your consideration... See the rest here. ... read more
Check out 
Operation Detour:
A beautiful young black ops agent on her first assignment tries to turn a complete stranger into an asset, just to prove she can. When he loses both his job and girlfriend, she thinks he's putty in her hands... until he decides to go out with a bang.
a brother departsAlways a trailblazer, the first of us to go. Now after the fireworks, he's gone. Here is his obituary. ... read more
Check out Operation Detour:
A beautiful young black ops agent on her first assignment tries to turn a complete stranger into an asset, just to prove she can. When he loses both his job and girlfriend, she thinks he's putty in her hands... until he decides to go out with a bang.
trip to vancouverOur trip was great. Here's a very short story.We on 8/11 from my work. My boss made me attend a meeting that day which ended at 2:30, whereupon I joined June, Brian and Andy who were in our van, waiting in the parking lot. Boy, did I need a vacation!We arrived at Jeannie's that night, stayed overnig ... read more
executive orders are not lawsLegally, they apply ONLY to that executive's employees and any property under their legally-limited purview. Here's an open letter to all airlines... I thought I would educate you on the "federal law" you cite as justification for your mask policy."Are Executive Orders Law? The Short Answer: No, the ... read more
hotdog from reggio'sJust had a hotdog from Reggio's at Chicago's O'Hare Airport. I'm told that's a real Chicago style dog. It was good! ... read more
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The Lazy Pug Cafe:
The Lazy Pug Café was a dilapidated old farmhouse abandoned years ago. A massive, ancient oak tree, Ol' Lightnin', lurked out back while the house itself served as a sad but charming reminder of days gone by.
a week of testingTook a test yesterday. Hope I passed! New job depends on it! Hope I did better than the previous day's job-related test. That one was on Windows 7 and Server 2008 techie stuff, and I just haven't kept up with Win 7, not as a tech, especially in regard to its various corporate scenarios. The test onl ... read more
how to associate a file extension in windows 10QUESTION:I installed a program called Audacious which I want to be the default for .wav files. When I go in Settings and try to change it from the current default my only choice is to get a program from the Microsoft Store. When I try to do that, Audacious doesn't come up as any kind of option. How ... read more
first thorium reactorPretty interesting.From: James MorikoneChina has world's first thorium reactor in landmark for clean nuclear energy. See tribune.com.pk"China has activated the world's only operational thorium molten salt reactor, marking a global breakthrough in clean nuclear energy using declassified United States ... read more
abbott and costello buy a computerThis is an old joke, so some of the program names might not be familiar. If Bud Abbott and Lou Costello were alive today, their famous sketch "Who's on First?" might have turned out something like this:COSTELLO CALLS TO BUY A COMPUTER FROM ABBOTTABBOTT: Super Duper computer store. Can I help you?CO ... read more
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Temporary Insanity, Operation Detour, Dobie's Dilemma, Lottery President and Another Way have been stitched together as an episodic saga starring Dobie Pokorny.
external news feedsno easy answers for a triple crown under siege
There's a VERY easy answer: space the races out more.
they march every fbi member into the holocaust museum
I'm sure they march them into the Holodomor, Nakba and Armenian holocaust museums, too. Oh, wait...
will donald trump be removed from office after january, 2027?
Yes, please, along with Kushner, Lutnick and Hegseth.
ex-fifa prez backs call to 'stay away' from wc
The ridiculously high ticket prices are accomplishing that.
3d-printed fake meat and fish have officially entered american grocery stores without clear labeling
Has anything good ever come out of Israel?
kiev ignoring trump
Everyone ignores Trump these days.
'multiple security failures' to blame for flydubai attack
How convenient!
the likeliest way that world war three will result
We're in the middle of World War 3 already.
'i was wrong': sportscaster apologizes for condemning basketball star who refused covid vaccine
99% of government and media talking heads were wrong.
adl ceo jonathan greenblatt says christianity is the origin of anti-semitism
A long history of bad behavior by any group is the origin of animosity toward that group.
us removes london embassy staffer amid abuse images probe media
Another case of the "elites" protecting a fellow pedophile?
the last emperor of chaos
Pretty much, yep.
trump advisor to washington post: in maga, we are not bibi fans
No sane person is.
danish pm warns u.s. attack on greenland would destroy nato
You say that like it's a bad thing.
trump pushing white nationalist agenda to hate-filled base
As opposed to the anti-white, globalist agenda of the Dems' own hate-filled base?
watcha-list nepo-baby demands global mask mandates at un
You are free to wear a mask, but cannot force your personal choices on the rest of us.
uk arrests 33 people a day for social media posts
I'll probably be arrested for this website if I ever visit.
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culture
doormats with a difference
A few doormats for your consideration... See the rest here. ... read more
leading from the rear: how herd instinct shapes kentucky derby closers
I remember my sister telling me how a dominant mare "leads" her herd from behind, not from in front. Being a lifelong fan of horse racing, it got me wondering how that mindset might apply there. I asked Copilot, and here is the result... "Every spring, as the Kentucky Derby field loads into the gat ... read more
putting words in mark twain's mouth
Nice list: Putting Words in Mark Twain's Mouth I wonder if any of these are on that list. ... read more
you have a donation from clay tousey
They try hard on this one to look legitimate, but the fact remains that nobody shares their money with strangers unless it's a charity. This notification memo has been sent to you three times without a response from you and this will be the last time and I do hope you receive it. I am Clay Tousey a ... read more
"(Natural News) As a prepper, you may already know that foraging is a useful skill to have, especially if you're always looking for more ways to add to your food supply when SHTF. Knowing how to forage is a good way to save money on food expenses.. ... read more
spam: i am writing to you today under circumstances of extreme urgency
It's been a while since I've received a funny enough spam/junk email, but here it is: Dear Contact Us, I am writing to you today under circumstances of extreme urgency. My name is Dennis [somebody], a resident of Hurlock, Maryland, and I am formally requesting an emergency loan in the amount of $800 ... read more
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education
in 45 words
Just a reminder of our Constitutionally-protected freedom of speech, religion and assembly. I.e., the First Amendment. Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the ... read more
requiring a password (or not) in windows
In Windows 7 (and possibly other versions), use NETPLWIZ and check (or uncheck, then recheck) the box that says something to the effect of "require users to enter passwords." Make sure your own username is highlighted before you check/uncheck that box. ... read more
scientists explain odd similarities between human brain and entire universe
Cool! "A research duo made up of an astrophysicist from the University of Bologna and a neurosurgeon from the University of Verona have joined forces to share their claims that the brain resembles the universe. The two researchers, both Italian, came up with their out of the world galaxy-brain the ... read more
humans control the majority of earth's fresh water, and it's a daunting thought
"In what many believe is an incredibly surprising fact, something has shifted in the natural world, and in an almost unimaginable scale at that. And what that is, is the fact that humans are now in control of the majority of the world's freshwater, which is one of the planet's most vital resources. ... read more
scientists say just one day in the sun can increase your risk of heart disease
"Being outside in the sun for just one day can increase your risk of heart disease and prevent your body from fighting infections, according to a new study. Along with increasing the chances of getting' . ... read more
adorable echidnas are doing their part without realizing it
"Australian echidnas are one of the only two types of mammals that lay eggs for babies, and despite their spiky appearance, they're rather adorable."Thankfully, the native Australian echidna has become part of the solution because of its very own animal instincts. This particular animal love to dig ... read more
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family
birthday card from grandpa
Elizabeth received a birthday card from Grandpa today with $20 inside! She said, "I love your dad! Tell him thank you very much! Your dad is rich! I wouldn't have thought such an old person would have so much money!" ... read more
california invades tennessee
June 20th 2023 — The Road Warriors, head out from Cottonwood/Anderson California on a mission from God. Thomas, Finnegan, Skyla, and I at 5:00 AM Pacific Time to start our 5,400 mile road trip in my 2019 Subaru Forester. We knew it would be a challenging journey but threw caution to the wind and hea ... read more
moving to missouri
The adventure begins. A quiet, unassuming young man and his devoted wife and kids set out for parts unknown, unless you count Missouri as known. Not knowing what tomorrow may bring, they laugh in the face of uncertainty. Collectively, they raise their fists and shout, "Providence, what hast thou in ... read more
holmes family newsletter vol 3 no 4
the Evening Star Post-Tribune Dispatch (we couldn't decide on a name) Vol. 3, No. 4, June 4, 1991 Bikers ride to YosemiteOn Mother's Day, John, Jeannie, Don and Diane (collectively known as "Hell On Wheels") rode their motorcycles to Yosemite. "We had a great time," Jeannie, the club spokesperson, s ... read more
recent photos of elizabeth
Elizabeth around the house... ... read more
holmes family newsletter vol 1 no 4
The Holmes Family Newsletter Vol. 1, No. 4, August 1, 1989 Largest Tri-Weekly Newsletter Circulation in the West! [tri-weekly (tri-week'lee) 1. we TRY to get it out weekly) [Editor's Note: This will probably be the last issue. See article below.] Newsletter Held For Ransom!The Newsletter's religiou ... read more
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life
anti-inflammatory smoothie to heal you from the inside out
I think I'll try this. "I have been battling a tailbone injury on and off for the last 3 years. When I fell on it 3 years ago, all the nerves surrounding my spine and lower back felt like they were on FIRE! I was traveling for work at the time, and had to be pumped full of morphine just to get on t ... read more
vets and doctors
I took Chandler to the vet this morning to get his teeth cleaned. I know, it sounds crazy, but it's actually very important, just like with humans. Anyway, because of road construction and morning rush-hour, it took forever to get there. The vet eventually called Tara a few hours later and gave her ... read more
national weather service warns of falling iguanas on cold night in miami
"The National Weather Service on Tuesday warned people in South Florida of the possibility of falling iguanas in advance of cold weather. 'This isn't something we usually forecast, but don't be surprised if you see iguanas falling from the trees tonight as lows drop into the 30s and 40s,' the Miami ... read more
bayer to end u.s. residential sales of glyphosate-based herbicides
"In a move that environmental groups celebrated as a historic victory following years of campaigning to remove Roundup and similar weedkillers from store shelves, Bayer on Thursday announced that it will halt the sale of glyphosate-based herbicides to consumers in...". ... read more
leave the trees, please
Another reason for short-sighted land developers to leave as many trees as possible when destroying/preparing the site for the next new neighborhood. "People living in neighborhoods with more birds, shrubs and trees are less likely to suffer from depression, anxiety and stress." : Watching birds ... read more
food matters film
I finally watched this "Food Matters" movie last night. It was great. MDs and pharmaceutical execs will hate it, of course. Anyway, I highly recommend it. ... read more
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