From the Desk of John Rourke – April 7th, 2015

I have not discussed the “Jade Helm” situation at all up to this point although several readers have sent me links and information concerned with what is going on. If you are not aware of what Jade Helm is – it basically is a large, multi-state military training exercise being conducted from July 15th through September 15th.

Here is my take:

“Move along folks. Nothing to see here.”

There are theorists out there proclaiming that martial law is coming – or that this is the training for a planned martial law event at some point in the near future. I don’t see it nor believe it is even possible for martial law to be enforced in a widespread manner across the country. At best martial law can only be enacted and enforced in very localized areas? Why? Pretty simple really – there are not enough “enforcers” out there to keep the populace in order. There just isn’t. Do the math.

Additionally the military is full of Patriots. These Patriots signed up to defend you and our freedom. They will not stand against the American people – which includes their own family as well as yours.

So – the military trains and this is a very large training event. That’s it. For those that believe different – guess we will find out after September.

Now – I am always willing to admit I could be wrong. Please notice I never used the word “conspiracy” in regards to Jade Helm. As time passes yesterday’s conspiracies seems more like today’s truths.

Would very much like to hear your opinion – even if it is opposite of mine.

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Opened up a can of whole potatoes last night to serve with some “roast beast” – expired June 24th, 2013.  No problem.

Canned food lasts for years and years. Well beyond its expiration date.

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Found a great way to “read” books that I never seem to find time to get to: audio books. I just recently downloaded 299 Days and started listening while at work at my desk. I can listen from my computer – or even from my phone via an app.

Wherever I stop listening it automatically starts back up in that same spot next time I listen. Cool!

Audible Books has a great deal if you sign up for a new account – you get a free 30 day trial and two audio free audio books. Check it out HERE.

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This picture is interesting – though I do not know how accurate. We all are way over taxed by a government that provides little in return.

I suspect it is very close: