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I made my weekly trip to Stop and Shop yesterday. Early morning to avoid crowds (I know I'm getting Omicron at some point, but I think it's wise to try and minimize the initial inoculation to give the immune system more time to mount a defense). The only thing I noticed missing was almost all the bagged lettuce, but that is related to a contamination issue. Also, no organic carrots, and no organic golden potatoes. Other than that, shelves seemed well stocked. Plenty of organic frozen sweet corn! But Also completely out of vegan eggs (that just don't sound right), my oh my. Nothing like those pictures from zero hedge, unless you were looking for vegan eggs.

Anyone ever remember being tested for a common cold in.... Ever?

We did just have a couple "major snow storms" and probably a "bomb cyclone" as well... At least we were supposed to. These events, or predictions of such events, usually result in a draw down of groceries and other "necessities." Maybe compounded with COVID fears. I have found it difficult to find organic frozen corn though.

But they wouldn't know during a power outage, right? What's to stop you from having system in place and ready to go in such a situation?

Any advice on north central, I was looking at Ocala area, trying to stay away from the coasts, thinking hurricane damage would be somewhat moderated.

What is the 'Golden Girls?" ;-)

Well, as I said above, that is how they nailed Al Capone.

And white I recommend professional advisors (especially fee only), I still recommend everyone learn as much as possible about your investments and goals, understand your investment, risk, personal risk tolerance, and do your own research. Even if you hire a professional, you will always be your own best advocate.

This probably goes for most of us. I've read many of his posts and I think the Chef is smart enough to know that he shouldn't make critical investment ( or any life decisions) based solely on feedback from an internet gun forum. This is just a place to get ideas and experience of others. Standard disclaimers apply. YMMV

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10353749/IRS-tells-Americans-report-STOLEN-property-drug-money-income.html From IRS publication 17, under other income: "Illegal activities. Income from illegal activities, such as money from dealing illegal drugs, must be included in your income on Schedule 1 (Form 1040), line 8z, or on Schedule C (Form 1040) if from your self-employment activity."

I am not an accountant, but I think the IRS is just going look at your net profit. As always, one must keep good records and save the receipts, but any valid business expense should be deductible, including mileage to drive to/from the "job site."

You may get away with breaking the law, just don't run afoul of the IRS

They used to send you a little card with a 2d matrix of letters. Every time you login they'd ask for the value of an arbitrary cell (they'd give you the row and column) of that matrix. Basically was an early authenticator.

Same with profits from illegal activities. Still taxable, Capone found out the hard way. I suppose they could deduct the cost of lock picks, guns, etc as business expenses?: "By the late 1920s, Capone grossed about $70 million annually from liquor, prostitution, loan sharking, extortion, slot machines, and gambling. Unfortunately, he failed to report his earnings. While he could intimidate and bribe the Chicago police, Capone could not control the U.S. Treasury Department. Indicted for federal income tax evasion in June 1931, he was convicted in October. Capone received a sentence of eleven years in prison" https://www.encyclopedia.com/law/educational-magazines/gangster-al-capone-charged-income-tax-violations

I've used Treasury direct for years and just opened a new account fire the Mrs. The website is pretty basic, but very easy to use. I am not crazy about the password input method (I guess it's to foil keystroke loggers? but can't cut/paste into it). And in low inflation environment (like we've had since 2008) it's guaranteed to double if held for the 20 year maturity. Which translates to about 3.5% annual guaranteed.

I store my guns inside the house, house is always locked, so is my house a LOCKED CONTAINER? What about when one home carries? Can it be loaded?

Sounds like what's happened to my hometown Seattle. I was in a work trip to Bremerton in 2019 and took the ferry over to wander around Seattle one afternoon, could not believe what I saw. Although I must say that the "Denny regrade" area, where Amazon has taken over is actually better than it has been since there 1960s. But Seattle has only gotten worse since 2019. Very sad.

We were looking at AZ, Phoenix area, but seems like housing prices have gone up quite sharply. I also like Yuma, but the Mrs isn't crazy about summers in Yuma, and it is a little remote. I Also like TX. Austin was really great (15 years ago, but not now). I also like San Antonio area, or Boerne. But most likely will end up in Tennessee or possibly northern Florida.

Dead people can vote, but they don't have social media accounts

Thomas Binger will be the emcee..

I don't disagree with the sentiment. But at least we have legal recourse and semblance of the rule of law... At least in theory if not always in practice. And I do believe and still have a little faith that the right ruling from SCOTUS will change things in NJ-but I'm sure the state will find loopholes. My answer to the original question of this topic is that we can legally carry in NJ, but the state doesn't recognize it (as you say, good luck with that). I believe we're moving in the right direction, and we're still way better off than most other nations, even in NJ. It's not perfect, but it's more perfect.

It's not a nice idea, it's the constitution that rules our nation. The bill of rights defines fundamental civil rights to all citizens, which supersedes and invalidates state law. The Court decides the interpretation and state abides by the interpretation.

The Obsolete man, another great episode with superb performance by Burgess Meredith.

I understand malice can be tricky when public figures are the target, but if they can prove actual malice, they could potentially recover monetary damages. Would be funny if CSGV was forced to make $100,000 donation to the Virginia Citizens Defense League.

I've used references from other states with no issues. Don't know about Manalapan though