Short Update

I am re-evaluating what I am doing with this blog, you can see I have not been putting up news stories lately. This is not because anything has changed. We are still in the same critical situation we have been for several months and it is getting worse, the longer the Strait of Hormuz remains, shall we say, “Not back to normal.” It may never go back to normal at this point.

I’ve given you sufficient evidence to see that we’ve got a very serious problem, globally (you will get even more if you subscribe to our Email List, it is free, info is never shared and we are respectful of your very busy life). I’ve given you good resources (I will soon be posting a list of recommended sources so you can see the same stuff I’m seeing). Take the ball and run with it. This is a limited-time opportunity that Our Blessed Lord has given to those who have listened to His words: “Be watchful.” What gratitude we should have for this.

So the recommendation is still the same: Stock up now. Prepare for inflation and shortages. Do not drift into complacency. Keep your preps up aggressively. Stay joyful and hopeful. Trust in God but also take care of yourself and your family. -Chiara

PS I write nothing without praying first to the Holy Ghost. If that means something to you, then please carefully consider what I have said and the work I am doing.

Minimalism: The Three S's

Scale-Back ~ Simplify ~ Streamline

God never intended our lives to be so complicated. That is man’s invention. Resist it.

Cutting Through the Propaganda...

Mario Nawfal Interviews Chris Martenson

Here is a 13 minute video that explains the polycrises unfolding globally at this time. The USA is not immune to the results of it’s own actions in a war which probably does not meet the criteria for defensive attack taught by Holy Church. Furthermore, the USA and Israel had no right to visit such chaos and very potentially, famine, upon the world, due to lack of critical supply. Even furthermore, it is arguable that crimes against humanity/war crimes have been committed by America and Israel in Iran and Lebanon.

I am very impressed by this young man, Mario Nawfal, who has made a name for himself in alternative media. This is part of a longer interview with my friend Chris Martenson. Chris has been all over the alt media recently giving his expertise in economy and energy, which are precisely the issues before us.

The time is short. Act now to prepare, stocking up on supplies is most important right now…while things are still available and affordable…and while you still have the gas to get to the stores. A perfect storm is brewing of many things exploding at once. Do the math yourself, this isn’t rocket science. All the experts across the board are now saying the same things. The person on the street though, hasn’t seemed to have gotten the memo, BUT YOU HAVE!

…And don’t forget about our Preparedness Worksheet on the Home page:)

PS We are showing all the signs of a dying empire, we are at the end of a great historical cycle…

“The bigger they are, the harder they fall.”

“Pride cometh before a fall.”

So Much Urgent News, So Little Time ~ Prepare!

From Natural News (recommended source for news, health info, prepping and globalist agenda):

Transformer Shortage Threatens U.S. Grid Expansion as AI Boom Drives Electricity Demand Higher

America’s largest grid operator warns of power rationing as data center demand spirals

From Zero Hedge (recommended alternative news source), one more suspicious refinery fire:

Fire Erupts At HF Sinclair Refinery In Tulsa OK

Excerpt:

There has been a notable uptick in "refinery fire" news stories, according to Bloomberg data, whether those stories are from Eastern Europe, the Middle East, or the U.S. [also Australia and India, not to mention the targeted attacks on Russia’s oil infrastructure, fertilizer plants seem also to be getting targeted].

From Bull Theory:

THE WORLD WILL RUN OUT OF OIL RESERVES IN JUNE 2026

From The Economic Collapse:

Megadrought: We Just Experienced The Driest First Three Months Of A Year In U.S. History

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Thought for the Day

Prepping is no longer a dress rehearsal.

Drought Engulfs 60% Of U.S.

…As Farmers Begin Spring Planting

From one of our recommended resources, Zero Hedge. Honest, alternative media. Excerpt:

“The southern US is already experiencing severe, extreme, and even exceptional drought conditions, putting pressure on key crops such as sugarcane, rice, and peanuts, while fruit trees have also been damaged by extreme temperatures. Across the Great Plains, otherwise known as the nation’s breadbasket, winter wheat farmers are being forced to decide whether to keep the struggling crop or cut losses and replant, with dry soil also making germination harder. The drought also complicates matters for ranchers, as the nation's cattle herd is already at its lowest level since the 1950s. As a result, some ranches may further reduce their herds, which will only push beef prices to new record highs…All bad news for food prices.”

Stock up on food now, while supply is still good and the prices are still (relatively) affordable. Buying in bulk can save you tons of money. Don’t forget to stock up on water too.

What is happening to the world? Is a great chastisement upon us? Is is pay-up time for our many sins?

Thought for the Day

“You cannot print any more money than there is energy to back it up…
Infinite growth collides with finite energy.”

Mike Ruppert

Saint Patty's Day is Coming!

My Aunt Mary Hamilton passed on to the Lord last Spring. May she rest in peace and may perpetual light shine upon her. She wrote a memoir 15 years ago, which is available at this link:

It Only Happens Now and Then

Here is the description:

“Remembrances of Mary P. Hamilton about growing up in an Irish emigrant family in Brooklyn, New York, during the 1940s and 1950s and her subsequent marriage and family life in Montclair, New Jersey.”

The title was from a poem my poet Uncle Jimmy (her husband) wrote. It is a charming book about growing up Irish Catholic and living life in the New York area. There is important history here, which I am so happy she took the time to record. Mary was always kind and elegant, with high standards. Her home was a joy to visit. If you read the book, please let me know and I would love to hear your comments.

In the back of the book, she gives her Irish Soda Bread recipe! I made it last year and it was superb, much better than store-bought. I plan to make it again on Tuesday. Aunt Mary got this recipe from her Aunt Peggy, born in Longford, Ireland, so it is traditional and authentic.  It is bready and lighter than usual soda breads, not too sweet. Here it is (note dough is sticky and a bit hard to work with, but worth the effort)…let me know if you make it!

Have a blessed Saint Patrick’s Day. Saint Patrick, ora pro nobis!

Aunt Mary Hamilton’s Irish Soda Bread PDF Printable

War with Iran: Air freight rates expected to spike as Iran war escalates

FedEx, other freighter airlines, suspend operations and detour flights

A New Prayer to Saint Francis of Assisi!

Since visiting Assisi last October, my devotion to Saint Francis and Saint Chiara has only grown, so much, that I am now actively pursuing becoming a Third Order Franciscan, which has been on my mind for many years. I have a statue of Saint Francis in my yard and I find myself praying to him often, especially when I watch the wildlife (my house borders a wooded area). My dog is named after Saint Francis (Frankie) and I often pray to him about my dog, as I take delight in him and as I am sometimes concerned for him. I feel Saint Francis watches over my little Shihpoo.

So…I have found the need to write a short prayer, which I can say quickly any time, to deepen my relationship with this great saint, who I feel such a connection with and whose companion is my patron saint. This ministry, since we are about preparedness, is closely connected to the land, and therefore, nature….and farm animals. This is one reason why Saint Francis’ philosophy resonates so much with me. The following prayer was based in form, on my short prayer to Saint Joseph, (see next post) whom we honor this month. When planning the “Eclipse Pilgrimage of Mercy,” 2 years ago (see topic to the right), I incorporated “Canticle of Brother Sun & Sister Moon” into the prayers and also wrote my own “Brother Sun, Sister Moon,” poem about the eclipse…here’s the PDF.

In this terrible time of war, when there is so much loss of our best and brightest, on all sides, and they all have mothers somewhere, let us flee to Saint Francis for intercession and inner peace…and don’t forget it is a Franciscan Jubilee Year!

O Saint Francis

O Saint Francis, wonder of Assisi, intercede for us before the Triune Godhead. You, who loved the poor and all creation, help us in our earthly need. Having received the glorious stigmata, we trust your prayers will resound before the Almighty, unto our consolation.

Amen.

“O Saint Francis” PDF Printable