Approaching the Collapse: Don’t Panic, Go Organic

So-called “business as usual” is neither sustainable, nor even possible, for much longer. Out-of-control energy corporations, Wall Street, the Pentagon, agribusiness/biotech corporations, and indentured politicians have driven us to the brink. They tell us: don’t worry; trust the experts, things will soon return to “normal.” But reality and common sense tell a different story. Read more:

Approaching the Collapse: Don’t Panic, Go Organic.

Obama Goes All Out For Dirty Banker Deal | Rolling Stone Politics | Taibblog | Matt Taibbi on Politics and the Economy

It is really unfortunate that Obama has so dupped his constituents going for big campaign contributions rather than doing what is best for the country.  Maybe he thinks it is the only way out of this dilemma, I don’t know.  But certainly just slapping the wrists of the people that committed such massive fraud on the American people is a trvesty of justice not being served. Read more:

Obama Goes All Out For Dirty Banker Deal | Rolling Stone Politics | Taibblog | Matt Taibbi on Politics and the Economy.

 

US Becomes Food-Stamp Nation, But Is It Sustainable? | COLLAPSENET

US Becomes Food-Stamp Nation, But Is It Sustainable? | COLLAPSENET.

 

 

 

Happiness: Woman Has Not Used Money In 15 Yrs

I have often wondered if we really need money and if the world would work better with out it.  I know this is a radical idea in our American Dream Get Rich Quick Instant Gratification Culture where we feel we need money to be happy.   But I have heard of people who live with very little or no money and through either a self sufficient lifestyle or a simplified lifestyle feel they are much happier than when they were in the “Rat Race.’  Now with our infinite growth paradigm starting to collapse it is wonderful to see pioneers such as this woman in Germany. What do you think? Can you see a way you could live without money or with much less?

Happiness: Woman Has Not Used Money In 15 Yrs.

msnbc video: Sticker shock: Food prices soaring

msnbc video: Sticker shock: Food prices soaring.

 

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As The World Economy Crumbles What Do I Do?

The following link is a basic step 101 to being prepared in these times of uncertainty. With the economy struggling with it’s last breaths we have become more aware than ever of the fragile nature of our complex and highly interconnected life support systems. We depend so much on the modern conveniences of electricity, food at the grocery store, water at the tap and fuel at the gas pump for our mobility. What if these things break down? Not to mention the complexity of everything now dependent on computers and the internet. Having been a boy scout I am ever more respectful of the motto ‘Be Prepared.’ That is why I created this blog with lots of info and resources on things you can do to be prepared. I hope you find this blog and the following info useful in the times ahead.

COLLAPSE PREPARATION 101: A NEWBIE INTRODUCTION AND CHECKLIST

Record Number Of People Say They Are Paying More For Groceries Now Than Ever Before | ZeroHedge

This is why we are gardening and enjoying wonderful, corn, potatoes, tomatoes, melon, herbs, pesto, etc. from our garden.

Record Number Of People Say They Are Paying More For Groceries Now Than Ever Before | ZeroHedge.