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My area is on that list too, I'm pretty sure. I'll be honest though: I'd rather go up in a mushroom cloud than "survive" a nuclear strike. Better that than existing in what's left after something like that. There's a reason for the saying, "The living will envy the dead."

This is more or less normal in Germany and other countries where WWII was fought - especially in areas that were heavily bombed back then. When I was stationed in (then West) Germany they found 4 old 500 lb bombs on base while regrading the school soccer field. It commonly happens during excavations in construction or road work. The authorities have detailed procedures for this stuff now because they have lots of practice at it.

Hamas started the fight. Israel intends to finish it for good. As I see it Hamas can surrender unconditionally, lay down their arms, & acknowledge Israel's right to exist . . . or they can die. Sounds harsh? See what Hamas did on October 7th, 2023 - and celebrated about it. That kind of evil cannot be bargained with. They do not have the same worldview as the West & the West needs to understand that. Hamas and other groups having been screaming they want Israel wiped off the map for years and 10/07/2023 was an example of how they want to accomplish that.

Yes. Tattoos are not a big issue for me and I usually don't bother bringing the subject up in conversation. Our pastor is a bit different since he's a former biker (who still rides) who got saved many years ago and is now in his 70s. Early in his walk with Christ he realized that a couple of his tats needed . . . remodeling. So he had them modified into things more Christ centered. He rode with a Christian biker group for quite awhile too, and it allows him to share the gospel with some who would not listen to most believers otherwise.

Outstanding warrants can be a hurdle as well.

Doubt it. They have back up generators anyway . . . I find the whole greenie thing ironic, and this part of the article hilarious: Hmm . . . limiting themselves to wind, solar, and hydro for power . . . "I'll take "clouds suddenly blocking solar" for $500, Alex!" Don't know if that's what actually happened, but my guess would be the officials won't say much if that's the case. They will keep pushing the agenda.

. . . and salt doesn't work if it's left in storage. It must be used.

Oh, yeah. We take basic sanitation for granted in the developed world. Nothing quite like a pit latrine (outhouse) in South America or anywhere tropical for pure stench though . . .

When I was in Florida we were always prepared for hurricane season. It just made sense to have a supply of non-perishable (i.e. canned) food and drinking water stashed because the grid can be out literally for weeks after a big storm depending on the area. Last storm took the roof off half the house I was staying in and the power wasn't back up for almost 6 weeks due to none of the poles survived the storm. We had food, water, and were armed so we had no problems with looters. One benefit of being in a 'hood known for a large veteran population. lol. We hated the storm and the aftermath - but around 80 billion mosquitoes loved it.

Pretty much. All of that mess in CA comes down to one thing: Bad Government Policies. Too bad this may affect people who live outside CA and didn't vote for or want these kinds of policies.

Wonderful news . . . gas is already $3.65/gal for regular due to the "special" CA gas we have to use in Maricopa county. The same grade fuel runs about $3.00/gal elsewhere in the state. I've seen prices vary anywhere from $0.50 to $1.10 or so less outside Maricopa county over the last few year. Other parts of the state get their fuel from Texas and elsewhere. Fun fact: Increase the cost of fuel and the cost of transport and electricity goes up along with grocery prices and everything else. More inflation, anyone?

I hate companies that do this to candidates. It's a waste of time - mine especially. If I'm looking for work I have little time for stupid silly games. The time wasted on things like that psych test could be used for something more productive (like the interview at a company that doesn't waste people's time.) Yes, I've run into several companies over the years that do this. I usually try to have some fun with it and react in ways that screw up their whole little game. Best one: They left me in a room with cameras, etc. for a bit over 2 hours - so having learned in the military to grab some rest whenever you could I took a nap. Then when someone finally showed up I made them wait while I went to the bathroom. It was pretty clear they were not happy at that point, so then I grilled them about why they'd wasted 2 hours of my time in a polite professional manner. Someone else showed up for the real interview and I was surprised when they made me an offer awhile later. As someone said on LinkeIn.com about this stuff: "Be the dumpster fire that spreads light in the darkness, or at least be the purple squirrel!"

I'd recommend finding a good financial advisor for that kind of advice. You should be able to find one who is a believer as well. I was surprised how easy they are to find. Perhaps someone at church knows one?

I'd like to suggest the questions be answered and belittling comments be withheld. There are several rapture view points or theories and no one has a 100% picture of exactly how all that is going to work out. Therefore it is usually best to focus on Christ and the things he told us to do, namely share the gospel. 1. I have no idea what the fascination is about what happens after the church is gone in the pre-trib as some call it. I grew up mostly outside the US so it's never been a big "thing" for me personally. 2. My opinion only, but I find no edification in that discussion. Revelation is pretty clear that life on Earth is going to get really ugly and billions are going to die as a result. (I have a very strong preference for not being here for that, and I'm not afraid to admit it.) That's not something I enjoy discussing especially after seeing a few things in the Gulf War I'd rather forget. God's judgement on a wicked world is something I personally find sobering. God is merciful and patient - but His patience does have a limit and once that passes there is judgement. This is part of Who God is for He cannot abide sin.

Hmm . . . maybe the pounding they've gotten that Hamas instigated is waking some folks up. Time will tell.