Sometimes the Edge Breaks Away

by Unknown in Home on the Range on 2026-06-03T13:51:06Z

 As they say - life "get lifey" sometimes and the plans to finish the book are on hold for now.  Not to go in great detail (if you are friends with me on FB you know the story that started with a month in the hospital during COVID for Septic shock), but I'm dealing with a life threatening issue (NOT cognitive) that flared badly during Acute Type A flu in Feb.  4 months, 3 hospital stays, a bone marrow biopsy (just say "no"), one surgery and more tests than should be allowed by law, the news isn't great, but  there's hope.  But editing is not sometime I wish to spend prescious hours on.  

My health and medical status is personal but I wanted to let ou know that blogging for the next  months will be sporadic, at best.  My friends know the story and I have a lot of people I know both in and away from the blogging community as well as my church family around me, praying, and offering their strength.

Until later, a little story,

My Stepmom was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in her seventies. Dad steadfastly refused to put her in a home, caring for her at home, even in his declining years with a part time nurse’s aide I arrange for them and my helping as I could.

Initially, she had her little moments of forgetfulness, like any person her age, but she was such a bundle of energy, still active in church and volunteering, taking dance classes, working in the garden. Then one morning, out of the blue, she came into the kitchen and sat down, looked at me and I realized she did not have a clue as to who I was.

What struck me was not that but the look on her face as she realized this, realized she should know. I obviously wasn’t a bugler or a neighbor over for coffee, I was a girl with red hair like everyone else in the family, wearing a fuzzy robe that she had washed and put in my closet the night before. I will never forget the look of her at that moment. It was the most starkly exposed face I’d ever seen, a face in which unknown terrors haunted the edges; the face of a fledgling dove about to tumble from the nest.

It came into our lives quickly, one moment she was laughing, engaging in board games and puns with us, her face bright, and her wit, razor sharp. Then came those moments where everything just went sort of dim. The doctor only confirmed what Dad had suspected and kept from me for some months until he knew for sure. Alzheimer’s.

It’s a terrible disease for all involved. We read what we could about it, we planned as a family, and we prayed. There wasn’t more we could do.

As the next two years passed, there were a few moments she was quite lucid and happy. Those moments were the hardest for all of us. In those brief minutes, she was fully aware that her mind was going, what was happening to her and how helpless she was to do anything about it.

 The disease’s progression was as predictable as its course was certain. Mood swings and aggression, words that made no sense, dropping to the floor like marbles, tears as she tried to mentally gather them up, anger at the very air around her. She always was gentle with my dad, though. Only with him would she remain calm, the reasoning that was blind and deaf somehow responding to something in him that her mind could still see.

Dad cared for her patiently, no matter how bad it got. Friends couldn’t visit, for they were strangers to her, and she’d go into a furious rage if anyone but us tried to enter the home. Dad was her calm and her constant. I was able to help with the housework and the cooking, but he refused to let anyone else care for “his girl” or to send her to skilled nursing care. When she passed, it was quite sudden, after she contracted pneumonia. From her sudden coughing to her collapse, it was just days.

 Sometimes when you get to the far edge, the edge just breaks away.

We laid her to rest on a tree-covered hilltop in a little cemetery. My brother and my dad are on either side of her along with my Mom who died when I was quite young. I visit; I bring flowers. Sometimes a friend would go with me, and we would hug and shed some tears, neither of us immune to having our hearts broken. Then we smile through the tears, sharing our stories as we make the long trip home to photos and a small stuffed bear that Mom had sewn.

One of those photos is one of her and Dad on their first date, and you could see something in their smiles that would be lost on so many people. Not many people could have cared for her by themselves as my dad did, for so long, but I understand. Love is a story that tells itself.

Would she have lived her life differently had she known her fate ahead of time? Perhaps not. Perhaps, in essence, she did, her mother dying of the same disease, as she and my Dad courted.

She lived life to the hilt, a wheel in motion, racing downhill, a light against the darkness, the whir of a needle into the soft fabric.

I remember one of the last crashes I was assigned to, waking abrupty in a strange city, the glaring ringtone of the bat phone waking me with a message just after I'd fallen asleep. For a moment, I did not know where I was at. The small room was cold, with no sound of a dog checking on me as I came awake. I was in a hotel room, traveling in the previous day when duty called. My heart was pounding as that particular ring will do that to me, the surge of adrenalin. There would be no going back to sleep.

But I was aware, of every tick of the clock, of the feel of my skin, missing the soft panting of doggie breath waiting to see if I was going to get up and leave or go back to sleep. I was so blissfully aware, of these moments, these sounds. It was a new day, and even if tired and cranky, I'd leap right in, like a deer into the brush, feeling no thorns.

So I would go, and so I watched, finding sense in the senseless, finding my purpose even as sparrows fall to earth. People watching from a distance would think me too quiet, too still, shouldn't this activity be a frenzy of lights and motion, like on TV? I was there for closure for someone, retribution or reconcilliation often bearing the same weight. I didn't cry, but the tears were there, feeding those promises I made to the dead, not for the world and the news crew to see.

But there is a great activity in being the quiet observer, standing in a stillness that smells of silence, breathing in so many scents in damp cold air. Sweat, blood, and a flower that only blooms in the dark, the wind so scant it's like breath on a mirror. Each smell blended yet distinct, always overlayed with the copper tang of life spilled. The air hums along to the night's quiet as all I see, smell, and feel, forms into a substance I can almost feel on my flesh, capturing it, recording it there in the stillness. The truth is often still, inarticulate, not knowing it is the truth.

On the shelf is a picture of my last black Lab rescue.  I do not know why Abby was a stray. She responded with great plaintive urgency to the sound of small children laughing, looking around for them as to say “my kids, my kids,” only to get this look of pure sadness when he saw they are strangers. The first time I witnessed it, I cried.

I was so happy to get her, and two special needs rescue dogs since that day, a saving grace in a house that had a gaping hole in it after the sudden loss of Barkley. What we hold close to us and what we let go is as telling as the words we say. It took me years to understand it, but the words of Henry David Thoreau make perfect sense to me now.

“The price of anything is the amount of life you exchange for it.”

I realized that there were certain things, and in the past even certain people, that simply violated my sense of thrift, exacting things out of me well beyond their worth. That concept was lost to me when I was a teen, but as I got older with truth stripped of its cloak of immortality, it was clear.

As I take out some things to be picked up by a charitable group, I look around me. Shadows move like ghosts over the sun, deepening the grass to the color of jewels. The snow is long gone, the dark earth trembling to release spring’s flowers. At the side of the house is an old trellis that needs repair work before new life grabs onto it yet again. I gather it close to my chest to take it inside to be mended, rather than tossed away. This is my home; I think as I bend my face down to it, breathing in the scent of old wood, holding the weight securely as I move inside. I could bury my face in it, this small thing to be salvaged from this place that I had always been seeking.

As I type these final words this morning, all I can think is that hope and love, love and desire, can be what propels us silently onward. Hope and love, love and desire, can also be merely sound that people who have never hoped or loved or desired have for what they never possessed and will not until they forget the words. - Brigid

Prototype MAS 1925M Pistol: Cartridge Counting in 7.65 French Long

by Ian McCollum in Forgotten Weapons on 2026-06-03T13:27:40Z

After World War One the French military created a plan to replace basically all of its small arms, including the array of handguns it had in use. The trials to adopt a single new replacement [...]

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How to Make Versatile Stuffed Shells for Dinner

by Jackie Richardson in Hunting, shooting, fishing and adventure for women by women on 2026-06-03T13:00:00Z

Jackie Richardson adapts this classic dish of delicious, stuffed shells to fit her family's dietary needs.

Eat the Low Hanging Fruit First

by Joe in The View From North Central Idaho on 2026-06-03T13:00:00Z

Quote of the Day Plaintiffs request the following relief from this Honorable Court: a. Enter a declaratory judgment stating that the Nonresident Handgun Purchase Ban set forth in 18 U.S.C. §§ 922(a)(3), 922(a)(5), 922(b)(3), and 27 C.F.R. § 478.99(a), and … Continue reading →

Safariland HOLLE Solves the Duty Belt's Oldest Frustrations

by Eric B in The Firearm Blog on 2026-06-03T13:00:00Z

Duty belts have changed very little in decades. Threading pouches on in the right order, fighting keepers that fall off mid-shift, and liner belts that lose their grip after months of hook-and-loop abuse. It's a long list of small frustrations that add up fast for the officers who wear them every single day. Safariland is taking a hard look at all of it with the new HOLLE Duty Belt system, a platform that first showed up at SHOT Show 2026 and is now officially shipping.

The Celebration That Almost Slipped By

by David in Musings Over a Barrel on 2026-06-03T12:47:55Z

The day almost slipped by unnoticed. Monday marked the second anniversary of my retirement. Unlike that first year, which was heavily shaped by back problems and the surgery that followed, this past year has felt much more normal. The routines have settled in, and retirement has begun to feel less like an adjustment and more like a way of life.

To mark the occasion, I opened a bottle of Woodford Reserve Double Double Oaked Bourbon that I recently picked up. I’m a longtime fan of the standard Woodford Reserve Double Oaked, and this special expression takes an already excellent bourbon to another level. After the regular Double Oaked bourbon has fully matured, it spends an additional year in a second heavily toasted, lightly charred new oak barrel, creating a whiskey with remarkable depth and richness. Once available only as an annual distillery-exclusive release, this special bourbon now enjoys limited national distribution.

The bourbon’s deep, maple-syrup color immediately reflects the influence of that extended oak aging. Rich aromas of maple syrup and caramel rise from the Glencairn glass, while notes of butterscotch emerge as it opens up. The dark, inviting profile continues on the palate. Waves of caramel and maple lead the way, followed by hints of dark cherry and gentle spice. Taken as a whole, Woodford Reserve Double Double Oaked is dessert in a glass.

After savoring the bourbon for a while, I lit a Rocky Patel DBS. The 5 x 50 Robusto features dual Nicaraguan and Pennsylvania Broadleaf binders along with dual Honduran and Nicaraguan Broadleaf fillers. “DBS” stands for “Double Broadleaf Selection,” an appropriate name for a blend built around broadleaf tobaccos. Completing the package is a Mexican San Andrés Maduro wrapper.



The DBS opens with black pepper layered over bold cocoa and nut flavors, supported by subtle wood and vanilla sweetness. This cigar had been resting in my humidor for nearly a year, and while it remained full-bodied, it seemed slightly less intense than earlier examples I smoked closer to release. One characteristic that remained unchanged, however, was the draw. Although the cigar never appeared overly packed, every DBS I’ve smoked has drawn like a thick milkshake through a straw until about the first third, when airflow finally begins to improve. Draw issues aside, it remains a cigar I consistently enjoy.

The Woodford Reserve Double Double Oaked and Rocky Patel DBS proved to be fitting companions. From the start, the bourbon’s caramel and maple notes complemented the cigar’s vanilla and wood flavors. As the pairing progressed, espresso, cocoa, and dark fruit characteristics from both began to intertwine, creating seamless transitions across the palate. Near the finish, the cigar seemed to coax additional pepper and baking spice from the bourbon, adding another layer of complexity.

The evening of slow sipping and leisurely smoking provided plenty of time for reflection. It has taken a while, but it feels as though we’ve finally found our rhythm in retirement. The freedom to set our own schedule, whether for travel, social gatherings, household projects, or simply relaxing, is a reward earned through decades of work.

Perhaps the best indication that retirement suits me is that it took two days to find the time to sit down and write these thoughts. Boredom, it seems, is not a problem.

Cheers!


[ This content originated at Musings Over a Barrel ]

Automotif DCXXV...

by Tam in View From The Porch on 2026-06-03T11:54:41Z


A tasty Nova with an SS hood. The grille says '69 but it's modified enough that it's hard to be a hundred percent sure.

It's got aftermarket disc brakes on all four corners and the fat dual exhausts dumping out just aft of each rear wheel were emitting a noise advertising that this car had something serious going on under the hood. It was definitely ready to party.

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TN: Governor Bill Lee Signs Improved Self Defense Law

by Dean Weingarten in GUN WATCH on 2026-06-03T11:18:42Z

 Tennessee Capitol

Governor Bill Lee has signed Tennessee Bill SB1847 into law on May 22, 2026. The bill reforms the law on restrictions of the use of deadly force, allowing some uses of deadly force to protect property in certain circumstances.

Tennessee Bill SB1847 started out as a significant expansion of the legal use of deadly force in Tennessee. The bill would have made the use of deadly force in defense of property legal for a broad swath of issues, including trespass. In the Legislative process the bill was amended to specify the use of deadly force would be legally acceptable in fewer situations. From a previous AmmoLand article:

 The new language allows residents to use deadly force to prevent “the other’s imminent commission of arson, burglary, robbery, aggravated robbery, or aggravated cruelty to animals; “if the resident reasonably believes the property cannot otherwise be protected and the use of lesser force would expose the resident or a third party to “a risk of death, serious bodily injury, or grave sexual abuse.”

The bill passed both houses on April 23, 2026. The bill took a month to be signed by Governor Bill Lee. Legislatures have a sequence of events which are required before a governor signs a bill into law, vetoes the bill, or in Tennessee as in some other states, allows the bill to become law without the governor's signature.  Those sequences allow the leadership of a legislature to speed up or delay the sending of the bill to the governor. The governor can choose when to sign a bill after it is received, within limits.

Tennessee's process is fairly straightforward. The bill is made ready for the signatures of the Senate Speaker and the House Speaker, to certify the bill is what the legislature passed. This can happen very quickly, if the leadership insists on it. For SB1847 it took a week until April 30. The Senate Speaker signed on the same day, April 30. The House speaker did not sign for a week, on May 7th.  Sending the bill to the Governor for signature is said to be automatic.  May 7th was a Thursday. SB1847 was sent to Governor Bill Lee on the 11th, the next Monday. The Governor has ten days, not counting Sundays, in Tennessee to sign, veto, or allow the bill to become law without the governor's signature. Governor Lee waited the full 10 days, not counting the intervening Sunday, and signed the bill on the May 22.

The bill is now signed and will become effective as of July 1, 2026.

Analysis: This correspondent expected SB1847 to be signed a week or two sooner than it was. The votes for passage were supermajorities. In the House, 62-24; in the Senate 23-5. In Tennessee, only simple majorities in both houses are necessary to override a veto. The amended bill is not a radical change. It gives people who are protecting themselves, others, and their property a little more legal protection than they had before. SB1847 moves Tennessee law a little closer to Texas law about the use of deadly force in protecting property.

The reasons for the delay in signing the bill have become insignificant. The bill has been signed. It will take effect on July 1, 2026.

 

  ©2026 by Dean Weingarten: Permission to share is granted when this notice and link are included.

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OK: Bartlesville - Armed Samaritan stops Assault with Scissors

by Dean Weingarten in GUN WATCH on 2026-06-03T11:16:38Z

Following interviews with witnesses and a review of evidence collected at the scene, investigators determined the shooter was not involved in the altercation that preceded the gunfire.
 
According to police, the armed individual observed a man allegedly attempting to assault another person with a pair of scissors. During the encounter, the armed bystander fired a weapon, striking the man who was allegedly carrying out the assault.
 
No arrests have been made.
 
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OK: Tulsa - Domestic Defense, 16-Year-Old Son Shoot Father who Attacked Him and His Mother

by Dean Weingarten in GUN WATCH on 2026-06-03T11:14:46Z

The caller said her husband, 49-year-old Aubrey Nears, attacked their 16-year-old son and then assaulted her.

The son grabbed a gun kept in the apartment and shot Nears.

Police said officers arrived and found Nears dead with a gunshot wound to the head.


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Can’t have it both ways you idiots

by Midwest Chick in Midwest Chick's Place on 2026-06-03T10:30:00Z

Democrat women now are saying that women need paid time off work because of their periods. I have no words. Okay, maybe I have some words. For the love of little green apples, what the pluperfect hell are they doing? You cannot be ‘women can do anything men can do’ (which is most assuredly NOT […]

Memes for the Mid-Week!

by Tam in View From The Porch on 2026-06-03T10:14:05Z




ProPublica publishes anti-gun data from the Trace, plays up Everytown official

by Lee Williams in The Gun Writer on 2026-06-03T10:02:56Z

Investigative reporting powerhouse uses anti-gun data, sources, quotes.

Shooting Down Drones from a Prop Plane with an AR

by Joe in The View From North Central Idaho on 2026-06-03T03:17:46Z

Cool! I would have thought full auto with tracers would be the preferred configuration for the rear seat “weapons officer.” But I am not one to argue with the people in the air and getting the job done with a … Continue reading →

This and that: SD primary election day is today! (Whew!)

by TPOL Nathan in The Price of Liberty on 2026-06-03T01:00:00Z

Hallelujah! The election season is over - at least the primary election season and at least in South Dakota. Oh, and what about "illegal" voting? Don't hold your breath, folks! Continue reading →

Surveyors on site

by Commander Zero in Notes From The Bunker on 2026-06-03T00:37:42Z

Well, they said the surveyors would be out to day and it looks like they were. And they even noticed the camera. As mentioned earlier two of the four corners are marked with some somewhat-official markers – a recent modern … Continue reading →

How a Mercenary Movie Invented a New Type of Weapon

by Vladimir Onokoy in The Firearm Blog on 2026-06-03T00:00:00Z

It is hard to overestimate just how much movies shape modern gun culture. Like many, I attribute my fascination with firearms to Hollywood movies. But I am only aware of one instance when a movie gun accidentally created a new type of armament.

Local Politics

by Pawpaw in PawPaw's House on 2026-06-02T23:55:29Z

 Local politics should be local. A mayor's race is interesting to the locals, but past a certain mileage, it doesn't really matter.

I, for one, am damned tired hearing of the Los Angeles mayors race.   If those people don't have enough sense to elect a compete mayor, that is on them.  It doesn't affect me one whit.

Fox News needs to realize that they are a national news organization and quit covering local news outside of that local news market.

POTD: The Rise of Armed Drones - SIG Sauer MH322

by Eric B in The Firearm Blog on 2026-06-02T23:30:00Z

The line between small arms and unmanned systems continues to blur. Our Photo Of The Day shows the SIG Sauer MH322, a device from their Advanced Concepts Division. Rather than being a traditional firearm, the MH322 is designed as a lightweight remotely operated payload for unmanned platforms. There is no mention of the caliber, but I highly suspect it runs .22LR rimfire. There’s also an MH365, which I presume runs 9x19mm.

US Army Signs High-Performance Ammunition Agreement with Federal

by Adam Scepaniak in The Firearm Blog on 2026-06-02T23:00:00Z

Peak Alloy technology was first introduced in the commercial market in 2025 with the then all-new 7mm Backcountry, and that iconic silver casing drew as much attention as the newly announced cartridge. Now, Federal has signed what they’re calling a landmark agreement with the United States Army to accelerate high-performance ammunition across a range of cartridges deployed by our military.

CANCON Carolinas 2026: A Lively Low-Decibel Weekend

by Adam Borisenko in Recoil on 2026-06-02T22:22:58Z

Here’s a look at just some of the fun that was had at CANCON Carolinas 2026. If you missed it, we hope to see you there next year!

Winchester Model 97: JMB’s Most Iconic Shotgun

by James Slaughter in Recoil on 2026-06-02T21:01:31Z

spell check: John Moses Browning gave us the 50 BMG, Colt 1911, and many others. His greatest shotgun? Debateable between the Auto-5 and this, the Winchester Model 97!

Seen around the house

by Borepatch in Borepatch on 2026-06-02T18:29:37Z

Deuce, our Grand-dog.  10 weeks old, so he's still a baby.  We're going to do some training.

I'm not a fan of his name.  I have half a mind to call him Duce (like Mussolini).

The New LDR2000 B1 From XTech for the Bodyguard 2.0

by Luke C. in The Firearm Blog on 2026-06-02T18:00:00Z

I am a huge fan of the Bodyguard 2.0 primarily because it conceals well in virtually any situation. One thing I really don’t like about it is that the magazines are notoriously difficult to load, and if you do any amount of practice, a mag loader is going to save your thumbs and fingers for the shooting, as these mags tend not to break in very much over the course of ownership. XTech has just announced the new LDR2000B1, a new addition to the LDR2000 lineup of affordable mag loaders, that is now specifically catered for the Bodyguard 2.0 and other .380 ACP pocket pistols with similar magazine bodies.

A Lesson to be Learned

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-06-02T17:57:11Z

Just because you believe something doesn’t mean nature is going to cooperate with your delusions. [Watch] Or anyone else, for that matter.

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Effete Communists for Disarming You

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-06-02T17:35:40Z

Ban U.S. Gun Production Now! [More] Oh, look. A person with a disability. Try not to stare. [Via Jess]

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Found Firepower: Clint's Cannon From The Good, The Bad And The Ugly

by Zac K in The Firearm Blog on 2026-06-02T17:00:00Z

Although it was filmed in Spain by an Italian director with another Italian providing the soundtrack, and the majority of the cast was also European, the 1966 movie The Good, The Bad and The Ugly was a generation-defining American western film. The guns used in the film did not gain the iconic status of the firepower used in Clint Eastwood’s later Dirty Harry series, but a horde of moviegoers had their interest in firearms piqued due to the film, so interest was understandably high when one of those long-lost weapons was found.

Pick Your Poison

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-06-02T16:59:09Z

The dust has settled on Oregon’s primary, and the general election is looming. [More] You gotta admit, my comment poster has a point.

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There’s Never a Helicopter Around When You Really Need One

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-06-02T16:54:20Z

Anti-ICE Radicals Plot to Disrupt Turning Point Women’s Summit in San Antonio Following Bomb Threat Arrest [More] I wonder if anyone is holding back and surreptitiously following some of the agitators back to where they sleep and making note of it, because they appear to believe they can get away with behaving like threatening @$$holes … Continue reading "There’s Never a Helicopter Around When You Really Need One"

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We’re the Only Ones Engaging Enough

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-06-02T16:41:35Z

A first-of-its-kind effort describes police sniper use of force engagements in U.S. [More] Is that where they use those weapons of war only suitable for killing as many people as possible in as short a time or possible, or am I thinking “patrol rifles“…? I can never keep that “standing army” vs. “Militia of the … Continue reading "We’re the Only Ones Engaging Enough"

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We’re the Only Ones Agents Provocateur Enough

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-06-02T16:21:34Z

Trump Reposts 2023 FBI Whistleblower Testimony, Claiming the Bureau Concealed 11,000 Hours of January 6 Footage to Protect Undercover Operatives [More] Between “Only Ones,” snitches, and Democrat troublemakers, who do we have left besides the guy in the buffalo hat? With Kash running things, it seems an order to submit reports is doable. [Via bondmen]

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Immigrant Orders Militia to Surrender Arms, Or Else

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-06-02T16:09:45Z

Virginia state Sen. Saddam Azlan Salim (D) is telling prosecutors who say they will not enforce his “assault weapons” ban to quit “tough guy posturing.” [More] What was I just talking about…? What idiots some of our “gun rights leaders” are. [Via bondmen]

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They Did It! They Missed the Barn!

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-06-02T16:03:08Z

So how does one choose the side of peace? [More] Through strength, obviously. You’d think the American Thinker would have said something about an armed citizen deterrent. [Via bondmen]

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More to the Story

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-06-02T15:53:35Z

Ghost gun, other firearms confiscated; 2 people arrested… The arrested individuals were eventually released after the St. Louis Circuit Attorney’s Office declined to press charges. [More] That would be this guy. There’s a tale here that needs to be ferreted out and told. So, is the “real reporter” going to follow up on this or … Continue reading "More to the Story"

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Supermarket Sweep

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-06-02T15:34:14Z

“Publix kindly asks that only law enforcement openly carry firearms in our stores.” [More] And if you kindly refuse to comply…? There’s a reason I won’t shop at Meijer.

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What Makes Him Different?

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-06-02T15:22:27Z

Trump taps BFA-backed Ohio Judge Matthew Byrne for federal district court [More] I don’t see much about 2A in the testimonial. I wonder if anyone will ask him some questions.

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Stop Me if You’ve Heard This One Before

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-06-02T15:06:52Z

Atlanta train passenger stabbed about 20 times after maniac allegedly slit her throat in random attack [More] Seems like some community outreach is needed.

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Beretta Celebrates 500 Years with the SO10 EELL History O/U Shotgun

by Giorgio O in The Firearm Blog on 2026-06-02T15:00:00Z

Fabbrica d’Armi Pietro Beretta of Italy holds the title of world’s oldest firearm manufacturer, dating its roots as early as the year 1526. The current year is therefore the 500th anniversary of the birth of the company, a milestone that Beretta is celebrating in style. We’ve recently seen a rather unexpected high-tech MSR ; now we’re invited to gaze at a gorgeously unattainable luxury shotgun.

He’s OUR Scumbag

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-06-02T14:51:58Z

Sunny Hostin supports Graham Platner despite calling him ‘a liar, a racist, an anti-Semite’ [More] What a small-minded lunatic. No wonder she’s been picked to be an influencer over millions of useful idiots. If even squish Susan Collins is too “extreme” for them, what must the manipulators have in mind? There’s no “principle” these tools … Continue reading "He’s OUR Scumbag"

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Women for Gun Rights Announces 2026 National Summit in Washington, D.C.

by Dave Workman in 2nd Amendment Archives - Liberty Park Press on 2026-06-02T14:28:33Z

Women for Gun Rights has announced its 2026 National Summit, taking place Sept. 12–14 in Washington, D.C., and registration is now open, according to The Outdoor Wire. For more information, sponsorship opportunities, or registration details, visit: https://womenforgunrights.org The Summit will bring together advocates, educators, grassroots leaders, and supporters from across the nation for a weekend […]

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Hoist with His Own Petard

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-06-02T14:15:49Z

A controversial Oregon initiative seeking to ban hunting and fishing advances, drawing criticism from Democratic State Senator Anthony Broadman who highlights economic harm and conservation concerns. The proposal, part of a new animal cruelty law, has surpassed 120,000 signatures. [More] And, of course, if you don’t need an AR-15 to hunt, you don’t need an … Continue reading "Hoist with His Own Petard"

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Q&A

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-06-02T14:03:36Z

Received in Comments: Most people vote the way the mainstream media tells them to in the last week before the election. Whoever has editorial control of the mainstream media is steering the ship. Why do you allow media ownership to concentrate? Why do you still believe in voting? Just to be clear: When you say … Continue reading "Q&A"

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H.E.R. Strength Training Program for Shotgun Shooting

by The WON in Hunting, shooting, fishing and adventure for women by women on 2026-06-02T13:00:00Z

In this installment of “Syren Savvy,” fitness and lifestyle coach Haley Faith gives us the rundown on strength training for shotgun shooting.

Meet the DOT EHS-1 L: Same Reticle, New Mount, Less Money

by Eric B in The Firearm Blog on 2026-06-02T13:00:00Z

When TFB first covered Dynamic Optronic Technologies  back in September, the California-based company's debut EHS-1 holographic sight had already been turning heads since its SHOT Show appearance earlier that year. Now, DOT is back with a variant built around a different philosophy for how the optic attaches to your rifle. The EHS-1 L swaps the original's Quick Detach lever for a cross-bolt mounting system, and the result is a lower-profile package that DOT says is aimed at shooters who prefer a permanent, high-torque rail interface over a tool-free detach option.

They are Compelled to Lie

by Joe in The View From North Central Idaho on 2026-06-02T13:00:00Z

Quote of the Day California has been a long time leader in the movement to prevent gun violence. The passage of these two bills is just another way the state has stepped up to proactively prevent gun violence before it … Continue reading →

Meme Dump!

by Tam in View From The Porch on 2026-06-02T11:26:51Z




Glock

by SLG in pistol-training.com on 2026-06-02T11:00:00Z

I have had a long and slightly tumultuous relationship with Glock spanning over 3 decades now. My first CCW gun was a Gen 2 G19, my first issue police gun was a Gen 3 G19 and a G26. I then used Gen 3 19s overseas on and off (mostly off), until getting a Gen 3 […]

Tab Clearing...

by Tam in View From The Porch on 2026-06-02T10:58:19Z


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FL: Gunfight in Park, Suspect Killed, Defender Wounded

by Dean Weingarten in GUN WATCH on 2026-06-02T10:54:48Z

Investigators said an adult male and an adult female had met at the park when they were approached by a male they did not know.

A disagreement ensued, during which the unknown individual allegedly brandished a firearm, DBPD said.

That's when police said the male victim obtained his own firearm and demanded the individual leave the area.

The unknown male began walking away but then turned and fired multiple rounds, striking the male victim. The male victim returned fire, striking the individual, DBPD said.


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UT: Armed Samaritan Holds Suspect for Police

by Dean Weingarten in GUN WATCH on 2026-06-02T10:52:44Z

A Park City resident says a tense Saturday outside the Canyon Creek apartments ended with him holding a man at gunpoint, after the man ran from deputies and threatened neighbors with a pair of scissors. The resident, John Santy, identified himself as a former EMT from a family of police officers and firefighters and said he stepped in because he believed people were in danger.

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Iowa ‘Educator’ gets 24 months, but what about everyone else?

by Midwest Chick in Midwest Chick's Place on 2026-06-02T10:30:00Z

This is a follow-up to the illegal who somehow became the superintendent of the Des Moines, Iowa school district. Ian Roberts, the former superintendent of Des Moines Public Schools, pleaded guilty earlier this year to immigration and weapons charges that prosecutors said stemmed from years of deception about his legal status in the United States. […]

Publix may not support your right to open-carry, depending on where you live

by Lee Williams in The Gun Writer on 2026-06-02T10:02:12Z

Publix bans open carry at its stores in Florida and Tennessee but not Georgia.

Publix May Not Support Your Right to Open-Carry, Depending on Where You Live

by Dave Workman in 2nd Amendment Archives - Liberty Park Press on 2026-06-02T09:30:19Z

By Lee Williams SAF Investigative Journalism Project I haven’t been to a Publix grocery store since I learned that the massive southeastern grocery store chain doesn’t want its customers to carry firearms openly on its property or in its stores. It doesn’t matter that I never carry openly. We have that specific right in Florida. […]

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Preparedness Notes — June 2, 2026

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-06-02T07:11:19Z

SurvivaBlog Now Comes Fresh Every Tuesday Today we are commencing our weekly posting schedule, with posts on Tuesdays. After more than 20 years of daily posts I was feeling exhausted. But with this new editorial pace, I’m feeling re-energized and confident that I have another 20 years ahead of me. To recap the changes: Starting today SurvivalBlog will be posted on Tuesdays, and perhaps the occasional Thursday, if the Tuesday posts get too crowded. So you can expect to see SurvivalBlog “Fresh Every Tuesday.” (An homage the late, great Ol’ Remus.) We discontinued the SurvivalBlog Writing Contest. Round 124 was the …

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Modern Handloads for Antique 7mm Mauser Rifles – Part 1, by Tunnel Rabbit

by SurvivalBlog Contributor in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-06-02T07:10:45Z

Is the 7x57mm Mauser M1893/95 rifle obsolete?  The original 7mm Mauser cartridge is in no way an obsolete cartridge, yet it can be improved when modern powders are used.  As of this date, few handloaders are exploring what can be done with the old warhorse when modern propellants are used to make it competitive with modern cartridges such as 7mm-08, 7.62 NATO, and even .308 Winchester.  There is no discussion on this topic that I’ve yet found on the Internet.  Perhaps we are breaking new ground, as we speak. The Rifle My goal is to develop an optimum load for …

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Economics & Investing Media of the Week

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-06-02T07:07:28Z

In Economics & Investing Media of the Week we feature photos, charts, graphs, maps, video links, and news items of interest to preppers. Today, a map showing the States of the Union with more cows than people. Update: Blog reader Tim in Connecticut wrote to mention that Oklahoma was mistakenly left off the list. But it actually qualifies, with a human population of 3,959,353 versus 4,600,000 cattle. The thumbnail below is click-expandable. (Graphic courtesy of Reddit.) Economics & Investing Links of Interest The leftist/globalist CBS News reports: Why have tomato prices surged nearly 40% in a year? ‘We’re not billionaires’: …

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The Survivalist’s Odds ‘n Sods

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-06-02T07:06:04Z

SurvivalBlog presents another edition of The Survivalist’s Odds ‘n Sods. This column is a collection of news bits and pieces that are relevant to the modern survivalist and prepper from JWR. Our goal is to educate our readers, to help them to recognize emerging threats, and to be better prepared for both disasters and negative societal trends. You can’t mitigate a risk if you haven’t first identified a risk. In today’s column: a war on mosquitos, using mosquitos. Google to Release 32 Million Diseased Mosquitoes in FL and CA Reader H.L. sent this, from Zero Hedge: Google to Dump 32 …

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SurvivalBlog Readers’ & Editors’ Snippets

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-06-02T07:05:17Z

Our weekly Snippets column is a collection of short items: responses to posted articles, practical self-sufficiency items, how-tos, lessons learned, tips and tricks, and news items — both from readers and from SurvivalBlog’s editors. Note that we may select some long e-mails for posting as separate letters. — New Federal Plan Aims to Replace Synthetic Fabrics With American Cotton. (A hat tip to D.S.V. for the link.) The article begins: “The United States Department of Agriculture has launched the Great American Cotton Plan to support cotton farmers and protect Americans from “forever chemicals” in our daily lives. Over the past …

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SurvivalBlog’s American Redoubt Media of the Week

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-06-02T07:04:13Z

This weekly column features media from around the American Redoubt region. (Idaho, Montana, eastern Oregon, eastern Washington, and Wyoming.) Much of the region is also more commonly known as The Inland Northwest.  The public domain photo above from Wyoming is courtesy of the USFWS.) Redoubt News Links Wyoming Ranchers Selling Off Cattle As Drought Tightens Grip Across State. Dry winter could be blessing, or curse, for Wyoming’s big game. ‘We heard a scream’: Another hiker reportedly attacked by bear in Glacier National Park. Warning period is over: Bend red light cameras will now send out tickets. Big Montana Bear — …

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Editors’ Prepping Progress

by Avalanche Lily in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-06-02T07:03:06Z

To be prepared for a crisis, every Prepper must establish goals and make both long-term and short-term plans. In this column, the SurvivalBlog editors review their week’s prep activities and planned prep activities for the coming week. These range from healthcare and gear purchases to gardening, ranch improvements, bug-out bag fine-tuning, and food storage. This is something akin to our Retreat Owner Profiles, but written incrementally and in detail, throughout the year.  We always welcome you to share your own successes and wisdom in your e-mailed letters. We post many of those — or excerpts thereof — in the Odds …

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JWR’s Meme Of The Week:

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-06-02T07:02:01Z

The latest meme created by JWR, based on an idea suggested by Bruce Rawles  (JWR’s elder brother): Meme Text: It Is Silly To Call This Tool A Post-Hole Digger If You Already Have a Hole, Then You Don’t Need A Digger.  So This Is Really A Pre-Hole Digger Notes From JWR: Do you have a meme idea? Just e-mail me the concept, and I’ll try to assemble it. And if it is posted then I’ll give you credit. Thanks! Permission to repost memes that I’ve created is granted, provided that credit to SurvivalBlog.com is included.

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The Editors’ Quote Of The Week:

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-06-02T07:01:26Z

“If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer. Let him step to the music which he hears, however measured or far away.” – Henry David Thoreau

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Government works so well!

by TPOL Nathan in The Price of Liberty on 2026-06-02T01:00:00Z

Do we really understand what governments do well? For many, it should be an eye-opening, and liberating piece of knowledge. Continue reading →

How to Start Dry Fire Training (Without Overthinking It)

by Grace Torrence in The Firearm Blog on 2026-06-02T00:00:00Z

In the early days of my competitive shooting career, I was a young college student who didn’t have the means to afford a ton of ammo for training. I was told that the alternative was that I would need to dry fire… a lot. The advice was great because it would allow me to improve my shooting skills. The problem was that I didn’t truly understand what that meant or how to get started. How exactly was I supposed to become a better shooter without actually shooting?

POTD: Colonial Armament Commando MK-56 - Belt Fed in a Rifle Package

by Eric B in The Firearm Blog on 2026-06-01T23:30:00Z

Fifty. That's the number that matters here. Colonial Armament has pulled the wraps off the MK-56 Commando, a limited-edition belt-fed rifle chambered in 5.56 that takes the familiar M249 ecosystem and repackages it into something considerably more portable. Only 50 units will be produced, split between black and FDE.

The Rimfire Report: ELEY Force 42gr Supersonic Round Nose

by Luke C. in The Firearm Blog on 2026-06-01T23:00:00Z

ELEY’s line of premium UK-produced ammunition is a pretty rare sight here in the States for most of us, mostly because of its price. In addition to the budget, specialty, and standard 22LR offerings we’ve been checking out, I’ve also decided to start folding in some more premium 22LR offerings, including this week’s offering - ELEY Force 42gr Round Nose. This supersonic load is primarily intended for high-level competitive shooters, and today we’ll be putting it through the Ingegrally Suppressed Angstadt/Ruger Precision Rimfire.

Light Pollution Map for Target Area

by Clayton Cramer in Clayton Cramer. on 2026-06-01T22:33:13Z

 

Purple is bad: Bortle class 6. Surrounding zones are class 5, then class 4.

What is Bortle?

If you have never been to a Bortle class 1-3 sky, you have missed so much.

The Explore Scientific iEXOS 100-2 Mount I Bought

by Clayton Cramer in Clayton Cramer. on 2026-06-01T22:13:00Z

I bought this because I wanted a small easy to transport mount for public astronomy with my Televue-85. That it was a goto mount just made the.$300 price all the better.  It is very well made so I was very disappointed when it started behaving erratically a few days after it arrived  

The factory said it was fine. When it came back, i suspected the problem was that it needed more than 12V to operate; goto mounts demand a lot while slowing across the sky 

It now appears that the intermittent problems that I am seeing hs because the bundled ExploreStars app is, in the words of SuperGrok, "abandonware": software free but largely forgotten by its authors and supported like they no longer remember their child. It works but unreliable enough that few people use it.

What most owners of the mount use are ASCOM (a standard free Windows driver package) or INDI (the Linux equivalent). Planetarium programs such as Carte du Ciel and Stellarium can control the mount through the ASCOM drivers telling it where to go (ditto for KStars in Linux). So using a laptop, not a tablet or cellphone. This takes away much of the simplicity of a small tablet.

Kstars under Linux is pretty clumsy to control the mount. Setting these up under either Linux or Windows is clumsy because you are either on the Internet reading instructions or connected to the mounts server, not both. Lots of disconnecting and reconnecting. I ordered a USB WiFi adapter so that I can have both open at the same time. I have done this before in the 1980s where I set up a PC with two Ethernet cards to create a LAN analyzer, so i know it can be done.

In any case, if it turns out to be too clumsy to use for goto, it is still a nice compact mount for public astronomy. 

UPDATE: I spent some time with the manual for Explore Stars (which does not match the app), some time with SuperGrok, and some analyzing what it seems to want to do. I think i have ExploreStars app figured out. I will try this tonight.

UPDATE 2: Up too late gathering documents for the HELOC.

Fiddlers Green

by Pawpaw in PawPaw's House on 2026-06-01T20:16:24Z

 Running errands today I went to a sign shop and had a sign printed.   The guy wasn't busy and had a humongous priner, and in a few minutes, he had taken care of me.


Now, I need to decide where in the shop I am going to hang it.  If you know, you know.

HELOC

by Clayton Cramer in Clayton Cramer. on 2026-06-01T19:29:00Z

I have been looking at a way to get a bridge mortgage as a backup in case closing of current house is delayed past closing date of new house.  My credit union loan officer made a/pretty brilliant proposal: take a Home Equity Line of Credit on the old house. If we need to pay cash when closing date arrives, we pay for it with the HELOC, then when the old house closes, it pays off the HELOC.

If there are no surprises between offer on old house and closing, we do not need to use any of it. If there are, we have a few months of hefty payments on the HELOC before sale of old house.

Canik MC9 Prime NC Drops the Comp, Keeps Everything Else

by Eric B in The Firearm Blog on 2026-06-01T18:00:00Z

Canik's METE MC9 Prime  was the kind of launch that tends to generate a follow-up question: what about a version without the comp? The West Palm Beach brand apparently heard that question loud and clear. The new METE MC9 Prime NC delivers the full Prime feature set in a traditional, non-compensated configuration, and if you've been waiting for exactly that, your wait is over.

Great American State Fair to Celebrate Freedom by Suspending Second Amendment

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-06-01T17:18:41Z

This is citizen disarmament, just as certainly and just as seriously as if this were being imposed by extreme gun prohibitionist Democrats in New York City or Chicago. [More] Musical B-listers shouldn’t be the only ones “getting the yips.”

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The Kentucky Truck Gun - A Ready-to-Run Suppressed Piston Bundle

by Eric B in The Firearm Blog on 2026-06-01T17:00:00Z

Three brands walked into a gun store. The result is one of the more complete truck gun packages to hit the market in a while. VKTR Industries, Exigent Defense, and Shark Coast Tactical have teamed up on a bundle they're calling the Kentucky Truck Gun, an exclusive collaboration available only through Shark Coast.

Meanwhile, Over at the Party of ‘Commonsense Gun Safety Laws’…

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-06-01T15:53:49Z

Dem congressional candidate charged with terrorist threats after pulling gun on government officials [More] In the Spirit of Aloha, no doubt. And as long as we’re there: Star-Adv: “Stop this investigation before you catch more crooks!” We don’t want to run out of Democrat officials, do we? It’s the Kapu Tradition.

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Can There Be No Peace Between Our Peoples?

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-06-01T15:52:41Z

Are you tired of hearing low-class people blame your culture for their problems? You should be attending the Rally Against Rednecks. An evening dedicated to celebrating the contributions of our local Asian community and letting a bunch of trailer-park trash yokels know what the world really thinks about them.When: Tuesday June 2nd @ 7:30pmWhere: Frisco … Continue reading "Can There Be No Peace Between Our Peoples?"

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Must Be Time to Stir Up the Mob Again

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-06-01T15:33:34Z

Congressman Tim Burchett Introducing ‘DROP Act’ to Bring Back Hanging Executions for Savage Killers [More] Prognosis: 1% chance of being enacted So drop the act. [Via bondmen]

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Boundaries

by Commander Zero in Notes From The Bunker on 2026-06-01T15:27:49Z

Heard b ack from the surveyors today. Theyre gonna start tomorrow.  I hope they know what theyre getting themselves into. I’ve managed to find all four ‘corners’ of the property but its a mix of official, semi-official, and I-think-thats-a-marker. Corner … Continue reading →

A Plan Came Together?

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-06-01T15:25:51Z

We recently learned that a pre-run of Jan 6 was held in the fall of 2020, five months before Jan 6. [More] So the whole thing was engineered and then put into action with provocateurs exploiting mob dynamics? Does that mean we’re going to start seeing subpoenas and indictments? Or is this Son of Kraken? … Continue reading "A Plan Came Together?"

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Springfield Armory's New Aimpoint COA-Equipped 1911 & 1911 DS Prodigy

by Adam Scepaniak in The Firearm Blog on 2026-06-01T15:00:00Z

This year is quickly becoming the year of the Aimpoint COA. Since SHOT Show, we have seen a lot of companies offer this popular enclosed emitter optic because of its durability, reliability, and its unique yet secure mounting system. Springfield Armory announced Echelon models that will be outfitted from the factory with Aimpoint COA red dots earlier this year, and now you can add the 1911 Operator, 1911 TRP, and 1911 DS Prodigy to that list as well.

When Your Gun Safe Goes Bad: What To Do When You Can’t Get Your Secure Gun Safe Open

by Todd Woodard in Recoil on 2026-06-01T14:24:58Z

A good safe will keep your valuables safe from unauthorized hands. But what do you do when your safe won't let you in either?

Spring Sunshine, a Spritz, and a Cigar

by David in Musings Over a Barrel on 2026-06-01T14:20:11Z

After a record-breaking streak of rainy days, the sun finally shone brightly this weekend. We spent a good part of it attending our 45th (!) college reunion. It was a blast seeing old classmates and even meeting a few people I hadn’t known back then. When Sunday rolled around, we recovered by enjoying the spring weather and an afternoon aperitivo on the back deck.

While Colleen prepared a selection of snacks, I mixed up a couple of Aperol Spritzes. A trip to the humidor yielded a Crowned Heads Blood Medicine Limited Edition 2026 B Positive Toro to complete the afternoon’s indulgences.



The Blood Medicine Limited Edition 2026 B Positive is a reimagining of the popular 2025 Blood Medicine release. It features a Nicaraguan Corojo wrapper, an Ecuadorian Connecticut-seed binder, and Nicaraguan fillers. The 6 x 54 Toro’s reddish-brown hue glistened in the afternoon sunlight.

The Blood Medicine B Positive had been resting in my humidor for just seven weeks. It probably could have benefited from a bit more time to acclimate after shipping. I’ve often found that newly released cigars, especially those shipped quickly from retailers, improve with additional humidor rest. Still, I was eager to give this one a try, and I have several more waiting.

The burn was somewhat wavy, requiring a few touch-ups, and the ash was a bit flaky. Those minor annoyances aside, I thoroughly enjoyed the cigar’s flavor profile. Starting out medium bodied, the Blood Medicine B Positive delivered a balanced array of notes, including dark cocoa, espresso, cedar, and black pepper. In the second half, the profile picked up in strength, pushing firmly into full-bodied territory.



The bright, bittersweet notes of the Aperol Spritz were somewhat overshadowed by the darker notes of the cigar, which took center stage on the palate. While the deeper vegetal bitterness of a Cynar Spritz might have made a more complementary pairing, the warm spring afternoon seemed to call for a lighter drink.

I found myself alternating slowly between smoking, sipping, and enjoying bites of food. That approach allowed me to better appreciate each element on its own rather than forcing the pairing to compete for attention.

An amazing chorus of birdsong filled the air throughout the afternoon, occasionally interrupted by the distant din of leaf blowers, lawn mowers, and pressure washers. Though the thick woods surrounding our home hide the neighbors from view, the sounds still detracted somewhat from the otherwise peaceful atmosphere. I’ve long believed that Sundays are meant for rest and relaxation, though that apparently isn’t a universally shared philosophy.



Our table was decorated with floral arrangements brought home from Friday evening’s reunion gathering. A visiting Swallowtail butterfly seemed to enjoy the flowers as much as we did, adding another touch to the bright spring ambiance.

Cheers!


[ This content originated at Musings Over a Barrel ]

AK-12: The Improved 2019 Model

by Ian McCollum in Forgotten Weapons on 2026-06-01T13:27:50Z

The AK-12 went through an extensive development program that attempted to substantially change the AK design, but failed. In 2015 the early design plans were scrapped, and the project reverted to simply making some changes [...]

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AK-12: The Original Adopted Model (with Shooting)

by Ian McCollum in Forgotten Weapons on 2026-06-01T13:27:23Z

Full version with all the shooting footage is available for all Patrons: http://www.patreon.com/ForgottenWeapons It is also available to subscribers on Pepperbox and Floatplane: https://www.pepperbox.tv/video/12941 https://www.floatplane.com/post/cvS8e83PUH The AK-12 went through an extensive development program that attempted [...]

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TFB Weekly Web Deals 188: Deals for June 1st, 2026

by Luke C. in The Firearm Blog on 2026-06-01T13:00:00Z

Sale Price: $79.99

My Mental Marker for “Game Over, We Won”

by Joe in The View From North Central Idaho on 2026-06-01T13:00:00Z

Quote of the Day Next up, two pieces of GOA-backed legislation on machineguns were introduced to the House. First, Rep. Jimmy Patronis’ bill; the “Firearm Freedom Act” is the first-ever bill introduced in Congress that would totally repeal the Hughes … Continue reading →

RDS OR LPVO FOR YOUR AR15

by Mas in on 2026-06-01T13:00:00Z

In the world of America’s most popular rifle, the AR15, one debate is whether to top the gun with an RDS (red dot sight) or an LPVO (low power variable optic).  Each has its strengths and its weaknesses. How to choose? Use common sense: tailor the tool to the task. Is your AR strictly for home […]

Securing Your Firearm in Vehicles: Essential Safety Tips for Gun Owners

by The WON in Hunting, shooting, fishing and adventure for women by women on 2026-06-01T13:00:00Z

Kristy Titus reminds us that if we want to carry a firearm for personal defense, and need to get somewhere in our vehicles, we can secure our guns safely. It’s Gun Storage Check Week, and securing firearms in vehicles is one of the many safe practices that responsible gun owners do.

NH: Campus Carry Bill Killed by Senate Amendments

by Dean Weingarten in GUN WATCH on 2026-06-01T12:43:26Z

 New Hampshire Emblem

The New Hampshire Campus Carry Bill, HB1793, appears to have been killed by Senate amendments and the unwillingness of the Senate to compromise with a conference committee. As reported on AmmoLand, the bill looked to have a bright future earlier this year.

HB 1793 had two major provisions: First, it removed the special power public institutions of higher learning, mostly colleges and universities, to infringe on the exercise of Second Amendment rights in New Hampshire. Second, the Bill made clear no special permit would be required to exercise those rights on campus. The legislature had the power to do this because the institutions of higher learning were public, not private institutions.

To enforce rights protected in the bill, individuals could sue institutions and individuals for violating the rights, as can be done for other constitutional rights. The bill had significant support. It passed the New Hampshire House on the fifth of February, 2026, 188 to 165 with 11 not voting and 30 absent. It was sent to the New Hampshire Senate.  On May 14, 2026, the Senate passed the bill with a "poison pill" amendment which eliminated the two provisions above, except for university professors. The House countered by not accepting the Senate amendment, but calling for a conference committee, to work out a compromise.  On May 21, the Senate rejected the request for a conference committee, on a voice vote, effectively killing the bill.

Analysis:

Through long observation, this correspondent has learned institutions of higher learning have influence with state legislatures far beyond what would be expected from the size of their staff and student bodies. Those institutions have moved further and further to the political left in the last 50 years. The logic of HB1793 was impeccable: Allow people on institutions of higher learning to exercise rights protected by the Second Amendment which they already could exercise when they stepped across the campus boundary line. The emotional arguments against the bill did not hold up against the facts. Considerable testimony and facts were presented in the legislative debates. New Hampshire already has Constitutional Carry.

Universities and colleges have long ago become centers of power of the political left and particularly, Progressive ideology. The rights protected by the Second Amendment are intensely rejected by Progressive ideology. Hostility to the Second Amendment is part of Progressive DNA. Progressives consider limits on governmental power to be irrational and evil.  A strong lobbying campaign was conducted against HB1793. It was enough to swing the votes to kill the Bill in the Senate. This will not be the end of efforts to restore constitutional rights to students on campus in New Hampshire. It is the end for a promising bill in the New Hampshire legislature this year.  Representative Samuel Farrington is the primary sponsor of the bill. He is one of the youngest members of the New Hampshire General Assembly. He showed himself to be energetic, capable, and strategic. The bill came very close to passage.  The fight for the bill accomplished a great deal of education about campus carry in New Hampshire. AmmoLand will continue to watch and report on the situation in New Hampshire and other states.

©2026 by Dean Weingarten: Permission to share is granted when this notice and link are included.

Gun Watch 

 


TN: - Jefferson County - Gun Beats Sword, Swordman Killed

by Dean Weingarten in GUN WATCH on 2026-06-01T12:09:25Z

DANDRIDGE, Tenn. — The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office said a man armed with a sword was killed Thursday night and the person who shot him was released from custody. 

JCSO said dispatch received a call about the shooting on Riverfront Circle at 10:10 p.m. Deputies arrived, detained the shooter and despite life-saving measures, the victim died at the scene. 


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OK: Tulsa - Robbery Attempt Becomes Gunfight, 17-Year-Old Victim and 16-Year-Old Suspect both Wounded

by Dean Weingarten in GUN WATCH on 2026-06-01T11:56:00Z

Officers stated that earlier in the evening, the 16-year-old had approached the 17-year-old in the parking lot of the 89 East apartment complex, located near South 89th East Avenue and East 71st Street.

According to authorities, the 16-year-old had a gun and ordered the other teenager to hand over anything he had on him.

In response, police said the 17-year-old pulled out his own pistol, which led to the two teenagers both shooting and hitting each other as they exchanged fire.

Authorities said the two then ran away from the area, with the 17-year-old victim calling for help at the Five Below and the 16-year-old suspect receiving a ride to the house police eventually responded to.


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Is it Monday? It Must Be Time For Memes!

by Tam in View From The Porch on 2026-06-01T10:42:07Z




Back at it...

by Tam in View From The Porch on 2026-06-01T10:38:30Z

After a lengthy hiatus, I decided it's time to get back to morning walks around the block.

I'm not getting any younger and I'm sure my cardiovascular fitness will thank me later.

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Woke Gillette strikes again

by Midwest Chick in Midwest Chick's Place on 2026-06-01T10:30:00Z

Remember when Gillette decided to go woke with its commercials? Disgusting. And thus I have, since then, never purchased a Gillette shaving product (Venus razors are Gillette as well). Now they have a commercial for their new ‘body shaver’. Which shows guys shaving their chests, sides and also a dude shaving his underarm. Because no […]

Preparedness Notes — Monday, June 1, 2026

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-06-01T07:05:00Z

June 1, 1676: The Battle of Öland: Allied Danish-Dutch forces defeated the Swedish navy in the Baltic Sea during the Scanian War (1675–79). The painting above is Claus Møinichen’s “Slaget ved Øland”, on display at the Danish War Museum. — June 1, 1880: The US census reached 50,155,783. — And on June 1, 1861, the US and Confederacy simultaneously stopped their mail interchange. — A reminder that we will be switching SurvivalBlog to weekly postings, tomorrow. Thenceforth, you can look for SurvivalBlog “Fresh Every Tuesday.” — Just one day left! The big sale on all of our blackpowder rifles, all of …

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Writing Contest Prize Winners Announced — Round 124 (The Final Round!)

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-06-01T07:04:22Z

We’ve announced the winners of Round 124 of the SurvivalBlog non-fiction writing contest, which ended yesterday. This was the final round of the contest. More than $989,000 worth of prizes have been awarded in the 20+ years that we ran the contest. My congratulations to all of the prize winners, over the years. Your articles have been a key part of what makes SurvivalBlog such a valuable reference. Your articles will remain freely available in the SurvivalBlog archives. Note: Please continue to write articles for SurvivalBlog, to share your knowledge and experience. Reader-written articles are a key part of SurvivalBlog. See …

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Signal Nomad HT-HD01 Network Bridge, by Thomas Christianson

by Thomas Christianson in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-06-01T07:03:50Z

The Signal Nomad HT-HD01 Network Bridge (aka “HaLow Dongle” or “Field Unit”) can be used to extend a wireless network by as much as a kilometer via the use of access point and end station transmitter/receiver units. These units — typically deployed in pairs — can be used in a remote location equipped with only Starlink or DSL Internet and no cellular coverage in order to extend a wireless signal beyond the range of traditional Wi-Fi. I am not highly skilled in the use of electronic communications devices. But even I was able to quickly and easily connect the Network …

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Recipe of the Week:

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-06-01T07:02:22Z

The following recipe for Enchilada Taco Bake is from SurvivalBlog reader “Sis”. Ingredients And Directions This requires 15-17 corn tortillas. In a large mixing bowl, combine: 1 lb cooked hamburger, 1 onion (diced), 1 pkg. or 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning, 14 ounce can of corn (drained), 15 ounce can of pinto beans (rinsed), 15 ounce can of black beans (rinsed), 10 ounce can red enchilada sauce, 10 ounces rotel tomatoes (or a pint of mild salsa). Mix these ingredients all together. In a 9 x13 baking pan, place some of the hamburger/bean/tomato mixture in the bottom of the pan. …

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The Editors’ Quote

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-06-01T07:01:38Z

“Hunt, don’t just gather. Disseminate, don’t just aggregate”. – Maureen Baginski (a former SIGINTer, now Executive Assistant Director, FBI Office of Intelligence)

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Not Hating

by Pawpaw in PawPaw's House on 2026-05-31T23:45:40Z

 Not hating on y'all, I'm really not, I've been distracted.  Moving two ranges into a trailer, then setting them up for a sanctioned match, then tearing down when it is over and loading the trailer for the road home.  At some point you are just throwing stuff in boxes.  Those boxes have to be sorted. That is what I have been doing this week.

Couple of weeks ago, I wat talking with grandson Lucas and told him how his great-grandmother would freeze Snickers bars to have around when necessary.  If we asked for a treat, she would gie us a frozen Snickers bar.  Lucas reported today that a frozen Snickers bar is worth the wait.

Hurricane season starts tomorrow.  The National Hurricane Center reports no tropical activity at this time.

Well Hello There On Memorial Day

by Glenn B in BALLSEYE'S BOOMERS on 2026-05-31T21:48:58Z

 Shame on me, I suppose for this being my first post in almost 2 months and here it is a week late. I am going through an anxiety ridden time right now and I guess I am also somewhat depressed about an issue of which I will not write at this point. I will only say it is a serious legal matter. Hopefully one that will be resolved in my favor as it is something in which I wad accused of wrongdoing. I am 100% convinced I did no wrong and that such will eventually come to light. In the meantime though, I am at my wits end with worry because in today's world nothing is as simple as right versus wrong any longer and because of that it has me feeling down a lot of the time. 

Enough about me, now to get to today. I hope you all have been enjoying the long weekend. Much more importantly, I hope and pray that you have not forgotten the reason we have a holiday called Memorial Day nor that you are confused as to whom we are supposed to memorialize today (well on the actual holiday anyway, as I said I am posting this quite late, it was written up o time then I neglected posting it). Today, you, I and everyone who us an American citizen or a legal resident alien and even many people in foreign lands (especially those in Europe and Asia) should be remembering and honoring all those in U.S. military service who lost their lives during war defending our great nation and many other nations around the world such as during WW I and WW II (World War Two not World War Eleven). 

 I think, we all should not only remember that they made the ultimate sacrifice so that  among other things, but most importantly, we would remain a free people living in a land of freedom, unity, abundance and opportunity. We have it better probably than any other nation on earth and the reason for that is because our military has assured that for years to come, after whatever war was being fought, our rights, freedoms and liberties to enjoy them would remain intact for future generations. Throughout our history, as I understand it, approximately 1.8 million U. S. service men & women lost their lives during war or lessor armed military confrontations. They gave up their lives for their loved ones, for fellow Americans and for those of us who were not yet the hint of a twinkle in our patents' eyes. May they rest in peace. 

 That said, may I suggest you take at least a few moments today to think about them, to think about how them losing their lives affected their families ,& loved ones, how in the long run it affected ourselves and those yet to be born as citizens and ff those who will naturalize as the same. If so inclined  say as prayer for them. Thank God for them and their sacrifice, get your family and BBQ guests to do likewise before chowing down and swigging some brews. Give them the respect that is due to them because without their sacrifices we might all have wound up speaking Japanese or German. If our parents and grandparents were lucky enough to survive and wind up producing us, it is quite possibly only because of those sacrifices. Just imagine living under an actual real Nazi regime, things would be miserable for us, I am certain of that. So we owe them a lot but somehow dedicate only one day to them and way too many of us do not even give them a moment's thought today. Please don't be one of them. Please dedicate your thoughts and is so inclined also your prayers to them today lest they be forgotten and be dishonored because all you can think about is shoving a hot dog and some type of beverage into your pie holes. Thank you to those of you who show then respect and honor today.

 Now let me get back to the present: I hope you all had a wonderful Memorial Day and that you showed respect for those of our military who made the greatest sacrifice of all and that you also said a prayer for, or at least gave a thought to, them and their families 

All the best,
Glenn B 

 

 

 

 

An Apology To My Readers

by Glenn B in BALLSEYE'S BOOMERS on 2026-05-31T21:37:27Z

 As you must be aware by now, if you regularly were a reader of my blog, I stopped posting here quite a while back. Let me just say, there was a life changing personal event that took place in my life back in February. Due to that, I figured it maybe was wise to not blog as much. As anxiety, and I guess even some bit of depression, caused by the outcome of that event crept into my life, I more or less stopped blogging almost altogether. I think in all, I have made only half a dozen blog posts since the beginning of February. 
 
I am not about to write about the event that caused me to essentially stop blogging except for what I have already said: It was and remains a life changing personal event and it has caused me a great deal of anxiety and some depression as well. So much so that I have an appointment with a mental health counselor in the near future. No I have no lost my mind but I am extremely anxiety ridden due to that event. The thing is, it promises to drag on like that for up to a year or more so I am seeking out some helping coping with it.
 
I will probably blog about it at a later date, maybe once the whole mess, in which I find myself, has been concluded - but not now. I just wanted to say sorry for not explaining before, why I have not been blogging.
 
I may put some effort into blogging again soon. In that case, I guess there is a lot to blog about with politics being as truly insane as it has become (such as that weirdo, my opinion of him, running for office in Maine; the abject insanity of leftists; the attacks on ICE and leftist support of criminals; and the seemingly never ending saga of hatred for President Trump (aka: he's your daddy) along with the attempted assassinations). Other subjects of interest are, as always: guns and ammo; travel; tidbits of interesting history; current events; and anything else that strikes my fancy. Hope to be writing more soon.
 
All the best,
Glenn B 

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