Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Quick money-saving tip: Stop paying $5–$6 for a basic parfait at fast food or truck stops.
I made this Chick-fil-A style version at home using yogurt, fruit, and granola from HB & Costco for about $1 per serving.
This is exactly how we need to think right now — take basic ingredients and make it yourself. Meal prep and smart shopping add up fast when prices are climbing.
What’s one food item you’ve started making at home to save money? Drop it in the comments!
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Quick money-saving tip: Stop paying $5–$6 for a basic parfait at fast food or truck stops.
I made this Chick-fil-A style version at home using yogurt, fruit, and granola from HB & Costco for about $1 per serving.
This is exactly how we need to think right now — take basic ingredients and make it yourself. Meal prep and smart shopping add up fast when prices are climbing.
What’s one food item you’ve started making at home to save money? Drop it in the comments!
Subscribe for more practical budget tips and prepper hacks from Texas.
My Books (available on Amazon & Kindle):
• Defensive Preparedness: amzn.to/4a3M5jS
• Breach of the Citadel (Book 1): amzn.to/4aq6pOe
• Fall of the Citadel (Book 2): amzn.to/3NTDlHQ
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• 1791 GunLeather (code Roaming10): alnk.to/g3cgWf3
• JASE Medical: jasemedical.com/?rstr=4408
• ETA LIVING Water Filter: bit.ly/3mafs0q
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![Companies Can’t Keep Up – Maintenance Issues & Refinery Fires Explained
Live highlight: Oil and gas companies are struggling to keep up with demand and maintenance.
In this clip I discuss how crews and equipment are stretched thin, parts are hard to find, and maintenance is falling behind. This could be a major factor behind the recent wave of refinery fires and incidents — whether from overworked systems or other issues.
Key Points:
• Real-world strain on oil & gas infrastructure right now
• Difficulty sourcing parts and keeping up with repairs
• Possible link to increased refinery problems
Defensive Preparedness takeaway:
Don’t assume fuel supply will always be smooth. Review your fuel storage, vehicle maintenance, and have backup plans for potential shortages or price spikes.
Stay calm and stay ahead.
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