If you've not prepared for whatever this world has in store for us, Glenn Beck did a program on the basics and how to get started in a sane and reasonable way.
Horn of Shofar
The shofar (ram’s horn) is often used as an instrument of spiritual warfare. The Bible states, “When you go to war in your land against an adversary who is oppressing you, you are to sound an alarm with trumpets; then you will be remembered before the LORD your God and you will be saved from your enemies”. ~ Numbers 10:9
Thursday, April 4, 2024
Saturday, March 16, 2024
Ramblings
I haven't posted for quite a while. Work kicked in, life, etc. This blog isn't going away, but I'll post as time and having something worthwhile to talk about and / or share allows.
I joined a neighborhood social media group a while back. Most of the time, I regret this decision as the majority of the posts are uninteresting and it clogs up my inbox, but lately I've seen a trend of people complaining about 'First World Problems'. And those problems were brought on by us through ignorant voting practices and our reluctance to listen to anything other than mainstream media.
As a nation, we've become soft and we vote with our emotions without giving any thought to the ramifications. Here's just one example:
McDonald's No Longer Staffs for Indoor Ordering
Someone was all worked up about McDonald's using ordering kiosks inside for ordering purposes. They were in a big fit and are 'taking it to the top!'. Give me a break. How inconvenienced are they, really?
Well, that $20 per hour minimum wage kicked in for all fast food restaurants (except for Panera - more on that in a bit). That, and businesses are having difficulty hiring. There's also the delusion that places like McDonald's are filthy rich. The corporation might be, but their primary business is real-estate, not food. The McDonald's on the corner is owned independently and they're obligated by contract to sell the approved menu and purchase their food from approved suppliers. That's what franchises are and their profit margins are razor-thin. So they're preparing for the wage hike and dealing with the issue that there are a ton of young people out there that simply don't want to work. It's as simple as that. Plus it's much cheaper to have customers use a kiosk for placing indoor orders than to hire someone and deal with all that comes with it. Machines don't quiet-quit or take days off without notice.
They're also having to deal with the rising inflation. Don't listen to the politicians - 99% of them lie to us about everything. Inflation continues to rise and that is why it now costs so much to eat out - fast food or otherwise. These franchise owners are doing their best to keep their businesses afloat and certainly don't need spoiled customers complaining about their business decision. Think things through before you yell or pick up that phone.
So what's the deal with Panera? Well, it turns out that the guy that owns Panera is good buddies with Newsom. So, Newsom put in a clause for 'fast food restaurants that bake bread' that excludes them from having to pay the minimum wage hike. How convenient. If I owned a fast food restaurant, I'd be putting in a bread oven.
So Look for More of This
If our state and nation keeps voting their emotions instead of using their brains, we will see a lot more of this. Services that used to be free will now have a charge associated with them. Businesses will have fewer [and intelligent] employees. Customer service will go by the wayside. Free exchanges? Probably not. Don't be surprised if restocking fees pop up - especially in retail stores that are experiencing increased theft.
California is losing businesses like no tomorrow. Between taxes, theft, high rents and expansive regulation, it is no longer profitable, or makes good practical sense, to continue to do business here. My small town of Hemet is seeing more dollar stores come in and other businesses moving out.
The next time you vote remember these things:
- Nothing is free. Someone has to pay for it and it will be you.
- We cannot be the haven for anyone and everyone that wants to come here. They take resources and services that we have to pay for. There's a reason why this state is $68 billion in debt and our nation is in debt in the trillions.
- Empathy is not compassion.
- Quit with the party loyalty. Investigate where they stand on everything important.
- Vote the issues - you may have to give up one issue for a more important one as there's no such thing as one-stop shopping with a candidate. Prioritize your issues list. You're voting for a candidate, not a savior.
Now I'm not saying to not be charitable, but stop relying on the state to provide that charity. Make it direct from you to whoever you want to help or support. The state will never provide that function to benefit all involved. Besides, you're just passing the buck and giving the government more control over your money and lives. Neither are in your best interest or the interest of those you want to help. Just take a serious look around and you'll see the evidence.
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Are Christmas Trees Pagan?
Monday, October 2, 2023
October 4th Emergency Broadcast Tests
I'm sure you've heard the scuttlebutt about the FEMA tests that will be conducted on October 4th. I'm not sure what to think of it all, but the fact that China performed a similar test when they launched their 5G and people were dropping dead like flies all over the country, I think it falls into the category of 'better safe than sorry'. At this point, I don't put anything past this America-hating administration that not only is in bed with China, but is also in lockstep with the WEF on all fronts - including population reduction.
The other thing that causes concern is that in FEMA's description of this test, they indicate a backup repeat on the 11th in the event there is severe weather or some other emergency. Wait, what? If your emergency broadcast system doesn't work in the event of severe weather or other emergency, then what's the point of it? This 'test' has a bit of stink on it.
The last point of concern is that for standard emergency or amber alerts, you can disable them on your phone. However, this one is a presidential alert and those cannot be turned off. It will be run on all wireless devices.
If you don't want to be subjected to this test on October 4th, do the following:
- Unplug all computers and smart TVs.
- Unplug your router.
- Turn off your phone and tablet and put it in a faraday case. For added security, place inside your microwave. Turning off these devices alone won't protect them as they can be powered on remotely.
- A ziplock bag
- Aluminum foil
- A paper grocery bag or construction paper
- Duct tape
Friday, September 29, 2023
Time to End It
Well, this should end the debate over sending more money to Ukraine. Food isn't getting to the troops no matter how many billions we send and Russia is ending up with the weapons.
Thursday, September 21, 2023
California At It Again (Still...)
They won't be happy until everyone with an income and a neuron leaves the state.
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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
The Beast Systems Are Being Created
I don't know how I missed this one, but our very own DARPA developed technology during the pandemic that is inserted subcutaneously and can detect if you are infected. Baby steps, but the foundation for tracking technology is now there.
DARPA Displays Human Implant Microchip That Can Detect Viruses
Then there's the latest from Google:
Former DARPA Director Wants You to Swallow ID Microchips
And here we go!
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