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We’ve all seen a change in how our government is handling North Korea now that Donald Trump is president. Previous administrations quietly acknowledged that Kim
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How to Prepare For a Flash Flood
When you know there’s a storm coming like Hurricane Harvey, you know to expect that there will likely be dangerous levels of rain and at
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The news reports we are hearing of the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey are heartbreaking. Tens of thousands of people in coastal areas in Texas have
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A great pair of boots can be the difference between a mountaintop view and a slow limp to the car. While looking pretty is always
Prepping for Emergencies as a Senior
Right now, I’m in pretty decent shape. I don’t take any prescription meds. I only wear glasses for reading. I don’t have any chronic health
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