Lately I've been feeling like we're done, as a nation. We've stepped down as leaders of the world. We've also walked away from prosperity. It feels like freedom is done and 25% of the nation is celebrating. I worry that elections are finished. And I'm worried that I'll be killed in the streets when I protest this change.

Anybody feeling differently?

4/9/2025 9:59:07 AM

Pretty much the same.

I keep telling myself I'm overreacting, and I very well may be. Maybe this too shall pass and everything will be as fine as it's ever been. But then again, maybe not. Maybe I should be doing more to prepare.

4/9/2025 10:16:42 AM

I don't think you're overreacting.

I'm installing a greenhouse in my backyard, solar panels, and rain barrels. Also, wiring the house up to run on a propane generator I installed into a shed. And upgrading my security camera system.

I'll be back at the gun range more often. And I'm shifting my hobbies away from travel and towards fishing.

4/9/2025 10:19:24 AM

I am moderately optimistic about the long-term future, and quite pessimistic about the short-term.

The pandemic, the 2024 election, and political reaction to it confirmed to me that we cannot rely on the collective action of our fellow citizens to do the right things for the right reasons. When the shit hits the fan, it's every man for himself, so prepare accordingly as well as possible.

4/9/2025 11:39:18 AM

I am optimistic. But if anything goes wrong, I will be at Snewf's house

4/10/2025 12:41:11 AM

Thanks snewf, meant to look into rain barrels the other day. Live in an apt so need something relatively reversible

4/10/2025 1:06:10 AM

There's room for tents in the yard. But, if you're using my resources, I'll need you to tend the gardens and do some watch shifts.

4/10/2025 10:18:00 AM