I was taught that the “smart and successful people” were in banking, politics or science. I have unlearned that edict. The most brilliant people I have encountered are on small, local farms and ranches. There really is not anything they cannot do, from land and animal management to fixing fences, welding things, irrigation, repairing equipment. I learned that baling twine is an invaluable tool. I even once tied a truck battery in with it when a clip broke until I could obtain a proper replacement and used baling twine to create a pulley system to put a steel bovine maternity pen together. The work ethic on small farms and ranches is unparalleled. People don’t seem to want to believe that food as a control mechanism is a reality but I am certain of it. Thanks for spreading awareness.
I moved to Vermont 20+ years ago from NJ ( semi-rural area) because of my relationship with my future wife living here. I made a living being in the remodeling business in NJ and wondered what the market was like in Vt. At the time I took the chance that I would be able to 'make it' here. Well, 20+ years later, I am still here. My wife is no longer on this earth plane however I am grateful that I still live here. I am a better 'fit ' here than I was down there. When I do go down to visit family I am still amazed at the differences in the two cultures. Two states, virtually the same size with one having a population about 15X larger! My brother and his wife live in a modest home on the Jersey shore which is very close to a rural area similar to VT. They live right next to the one of the largest supermarkets I have ever seen. It is almost mind boggling as to the width, depth and breadth of the food inventory! In Vt, I buy my meats, produce, eggs, breads and syrup locally. Whatever else I need, I look to support the local market when possible. At this supermarket in NJ, virtually nothing is local! (except for some breads and baked goods). Even the Jersey Tomato (which is actually its own specie and can only be grown in NJ or Israel) is only available when you go into the rural farm areas and get them from the local farm stands. My question is: How long can a system like this be viable in NJ? We have a simpler life up here and also a simpler mentality. There is more human compassion here and we can also adapt to change much better. I always look at our cows up here while driving and marvel at their magnificence. They are a simply creature and a symbiotic partner to the human (if we let them). I always look for them when I am in NJ visiting. You can find them, however you have to want to look for them! Most people down there don't even care. I do and that's why I am grateful that I live here....
What a lovely testimony. I grew up with a foot in two worlds -- Vermont and Connecticut. As you say, "amazed at the differences in the two cultures." NJ (the Garden State) has become the chemical state (I attended Rutgers for a year -- New Brunswick and Livingston campuses). You are welcome here, flatlander Joe (I'm called one too, by my CT birth -- most people don't really care, if you embrace rather than attack our culture (which numerous clueless buffoons "born here" do). Without local food supplies, we face an unprecedented peril of which most moderns are oblivious. They will one day wake up, and it will be too late -- that NJ mega-store will be empty in mere hours in crisis. (Which i learned first-hand stacking grocery store shelves when I was 16).
PS. That brother who lives in NJ ran the Graphic Arts department at Rutgers for his career. He was glad to retire a few years ago when Rutgers went ' full out' on being the first School to mandate the shots. When I had the conversation with him about that, he just said, "Think about it... J&J?... New Brunswick?..... get it?" I then realized......" oh Yeah, I forgot!!"
Thanks, John. It's no coincidence that we both ended up here and are having this conversation at this particular place in time. Thanks for your substack to allow me to use my writing skills (?) to express my thoughts and concerns. Best, Joe
This sums up our current situation very succinctly. it certainly is a sad state of affairs, but only when we recognize what we are dealing with can we begin the long road of rebuilding our society.
This is a wonderful, clear cut presentation of common sense when it comes to food! Any person with a capacity to digest this information should see the benefit of farming and treasuring our farmers! They work all year long, are humble and accept what comes - the good and the bad with their chosen field. The farm animals should be respected and cherished for their contribution. Children especially need to learn from kindergarten on where our food comes from and how we must preserve these traditions. Unfortunately now we live in a society that wants instant gratification and prefer to choose the easier route. Too many just believe, without verifying, what most of the 'experts' say and blindly follow along. Folks who live in rural America seem to be able to grasp the value of independence and self sufficiency. They figure out how to fix things and strain their brains to accomplish what many city folks can't fathom doing. I feel there is a reawakening presenting itself now and people need to adjust or be left with their heads in the sand. They will suffer for it!
Sadly, what we take as fundamental common sense is like speaking in tongues to many modern consumers. Ironically, Americans are overall the most affluent -- and the most disconnected. We must awaken them for their own survival and health!! And we must prevent them from taking us over the cliff of total industrial dependency!
I was taught that the “smart and successful people” were in banking, politics or science. I have unlearned that edict. The most brilliant people I have encountered are on small, local farms and ranches. There really is not anything they cannot do, from land and animal management to fixing fences, welding things, irrigation, repairing equipment. I learned that baling twine is an invaluable tool. I even once tied a truck battery in with it when a clip broke until I could obtain a proper replacement and used baling twine to create a pulley system to put a steel bovine maternity pen together. The work ethic on small farms and ranches is unparalleled. People don’t seem to want to believe that food as a control mechanism is a reality but I am certain of it. Thanks for spreading awareness.
I moved to Vermont 20+ years ago from NJ ( semi-rural area) because of my relationship with my future wife living here. I made a living being in the remodeling business in NJ and wondered what the market was like in Vt. At the time I took the chance that I would be able to 'make it' here. Well, 20+ years later, I am still here. My wife is no longer on this earth plane however I am grateful that I still live here. I am a better 'fit ' here than I was down there. When I do go down to visit family I am still amazed at the differences in the two cultures. Two states, virtually the same size with one having a population about 15X larger! My brother and his wife live in a modest home on the Jersey shore which is very close to a rural area similar to VT. They live right next to the one of the largest supermarkets I have ever seen. It is almost mind boggling as to the width, depth and breadth of the food inventory! In Vt, I buy my meats, produce, eggs, breads and syrup locally. Whatever else I need, I look to support the local market when possible. At this supermarket in NJ, virtually nothing is local! (except for some breads and baked goods). Even the Jersey Tomato (which is actually its own specie and can only be grown in NJ or Israel) is only available when you go into the rural farm areas and get them from the local farm stands. My question is: How long can a system like this be viable in NJ? We have a simpler life up here and also a simpler mentality. There is more human compassion here and we can also adapt to change much better. I always look at our cows up here while driving and marvel at their magnificence. They are a simply creature and a symbiotic partner to the human (if we let them). I always look for them when I am in NJ visiting. You can find them, however you have to want to look for them! Most people down there don't even care. I do and that's why I am grateful that I live here....
What a lovely testimony. I grew up with a foot in two worlds -- Vermont and Connecticut. As you say, "amazed at the differences in the two cultures." NJ (the Garden State) has become the chemical state (I attended Rutgers for a year -- New Brunswick and Livingston campuses). You are welcome here, flatlander Joe (I'm called one too, by my CT birth -- most people don't really care, if you embrace rather than attack our culture (which numerous clueless buffoons "born here" do). Without local food supplies, we face an unprecedented peril of which most moderns are oblivious. They will one day wake up, and it will be too late -- that NJ mega-store will be empty in mere hours in crisis. (Which i learned first-hand stacking grocery store shelves when I was 16).
PS. That brother who lives in NJ ran the Graphic Arts department at Rutgers for his career. He was glad to retire a few years ago when Rutgers went ' full out' on being the first School to mandate the shots. When I had the conversation with him about that, he just said, "Think about it... J&J?... New Brunswick?..... get it?" I then realized......" oh Yeah, I forgot!!"
Thanks, John. It's no coincidence that we both ended up here and are having this conversation at this particular place in time. Thanks for your substack to allow me to use my writing skills (?) to express my thoughts and concerns. Best, Joe
This sums up our current situation very succinctly. it certainly is a sad state of affairs, but only when we recognize what we are dealing with can we begin the long road of rebuilding our society.
Amen! Once people know the truth about cows, the industrial liars and MSM are exposed for what they are.....
This is a wonderful, clear cut presentation of common sense when it comes to food! Any person with a capacity to digest this information should see the benefit of farming and treasuring our farmers! They work all year long, are humble and accept what comes - the good and the bad with their chosen field. The farm animals should be respected and cherished for their contribution. Children especially need to learn from kindergarten on where our food comes from and how we must preserve these traditions. Unfortunately now we live in a society that wants instant gratification and prefer to choose the easier route. Too many just believe, without verifying, what most of the 'experts' say and blindly follow along. Folks who live in rural America seem to be able to grasp the value of independence and self sufficiency. They figure out how to fix things and strain their brains to accomplish what many city folks can't fathom doing. I feel there is a reawakening presenting itself now and people need to adjust or be left with their heads in the sand. They will suffer for it!
Sadly, what we take as fundamental common sense is like speaking in tongues to many modern consumers. Ironically, Americans are overall the most affluent -- and the most disconnected. We must awaken them for their own survival and health!! And we must prevent them from taking us over the cliff of total industrial dependency!