The Shedding

March 9, 2023 RBleattler 0

In an ongoing effort to lead a SIMPLER life, the shedding has begun. The shedding of possessions. The shedding of dependence. The shedding of uncertainty! The shedding of negativity and inconsistency. As I walk through and see all of the things I have accumulated over a lifetime, I am overwhelmed. The trinkets and the doo dads, and the Knick knacks and the novelties all the things that make up a life.

The Fantasy of Retirement

February 17, 2023 RBleattler 0

Retirement is one fantasy I have never entertained. While the idea is pretty spectacular in and of itself, the truth is far from the fantasy. I am nearing what would be that age, and the idea of Retiring is terrifying, even with well-planned finances the average American will not have enough to spend their golden years rolling about the country in an RV carefree

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Why you need a HAM/CB/GMRS/Shortwave radio.

February 7, 2023 RBleattler 0

Ham radio, also known as amateur radio, is a hobby that involves communicating with other ham radio operators around the world. Ham radio is often used for emergency communications, as it provides a means of communication when other forms of communication, such as cell phones and the internet, are unavailable.

Living Life Out Loud

Time for Change

February 3, 2023 RBleattler 0

I was scrolling around on LinkedIn today, and I came upon an article, which led to a podcast and down the rabbit hole I went. This particular article and Podcast were about starting over and reinventing yourself. It focused on doing this later in life, which I found to be quite informative and helpful since I now am at this juncture of life.

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The Year of the Rabbit

January 22, 2023 RBleattler 0

Today marks the Lunar New Year, this is the year of the rabbit, considered the luckiest of the 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac because it represents peace, prosperity and longevity. Across Asia Lunar New Year, also commonly known as Chinese New Year, is the most widely celebrated and most important holiday.

Ice Fishing

So, It’s January….

January 14, 2023 RBleattler 0

The new year has strengthened my resolve to move forward with an attempt at some homesteading. We are in the planning stage and are on the hunt for a place to start. (See the insert below) I know the general area where we want to be, and I have someone who is all aboard with this idea.