The "I" of The Social Storm

For the purpose of human relations, “I” is a loser and “We” is a winner. One of the biggest deterrents to social harmony is the war of egos. “We” need to learn to approach our endeavors with an attitude of how “we” can accomplish any given thing instead of an attitude of how can “I” do this and get bragging rights for it. This is common knowledge that is usually ignored. Old saws such as “2 heads are better than one” demonstrate that “we” know this concept to be true. Imagine if our 2 political parties could put aside their childish and petty bickering and work together what wonders could be achieved. “We” could restore this nation to a place of respect instead of ridicule. “We” could be a model for the world to follow instead of being snickered at by even the most backward of nations. This thinking in the plural rather than the singular should apply throughout society, no matter the size of the group; couple, nation, or world.

Even Mr. Butts realized the value of “We” over “I”. In his Scrabble game (originally called Lexico) he assigned 5 points for “We” and only 1 point for “I”.

There would be far fewer divorces if couples would adopt the idea of “we” and banish the concept of “I”. It would be better to have a casual living together arrangement if either party is inclined to thinking “I”. Save marriage for those that are truly committed to 2 becoming 1. If you enter the relationship with the thought that “we” are going to build a life together instead of “I” can make this marriage work, then you are more likely to seek solutions (together) to the problems that will most certainly arise. If only one of you is seeking a solution you will find none that work for long.

“We” should leave the “I” business to the likes of the Trumps, the Gingrichs, and the Iacoccas. When you see congress on TV, don’t you immediately think of what self-centered, egotististical , spoiled brats they are? The sort of people you want running this country are going to have strong egos, but you should also insist that they have enough intelligence to realize that governing is a joint effort when done correctly. “We” have some now that cry when they don’t get their way and if the trend continues, “we” may soon see one hold their breath in an attempt to get their pet legislation passed. It won’t work because all the rest are only interested in their own personal agenda.

The big problem is how do “we” get intelligent people to run for political office? I’m talking about people with the wisdom to run a country, not those with bought credentials that proclaim how smart they are. If a really bright star was to enter the arena, how would “we” separate that person from the dregs that clutter the field? “I” certainly don’t have the answer, but if enough of “us” think about it and discuss it among “ourselves”, “we” may be able to solve the problem.

Kids Ghillie Suits for 2012

Every year is a little different. This year we ran out of kids ghillies before Halloween. They are back in stock now and we are chasing them out the door for Christmas. Our best seller in the kids suits is still only $69.95. Your young'ns are dreaming about what they are going to do in one, so don't wait and miss out. You don't want your kid to be one of those that grows up and buys his first one for himself as a grown man. While the grown men do thoroughly enjoy their ghillies, why let them miss out while they are kids? One of these mornings you are going to wake up and that kid full of dreams will be an adult with memories. Visit www.ghilliesandstuff.com now and get your kid one (or 2).

Halloween Costume Contest Winner

SALE!Complete Sniper Ghillie Jacket and pants Set - Imported - (BEST-BUY)PP-NMCS

SALE!Complete Sniper Ghillie Jacket and pants Set - Imported - (BEST-BUY)PP-NMCS
$59.95 ea. Less if buying several

Running out of Kids Ghillie Suits

We nearly always run out of kids ghillie suits right before Christmas, but this year is unusual in that we are running out before Halloween. We will still have the Swiss Link suit, but the stealthsuits will be gone soon. We should have them back in stock by the first or second week in November. That means we should have ample for Christmas, but don't wait and gamble on it.

The Modernization of Camouflage and the Ghillie Suit

Camouflage, for most of its existence has always been a very serious matter.  The entity being camouflaged depended on it for its welfare, if not its very life. Camouflage is still very serious for all of its users except human beings. For humans, it has been serious up until the past few years. Today, one can't walk down a city street without seeing several people in camouflage clothing of some sort. They even make women's underwear in camouflage patterns. It seems the aim is not to conceal, but to be certain one is seen.

I suppose it's the same mentality that puts people on the interstate highways in off road vehicles. The civilian counterpart to the ultimate off road vehicle, the Hummer, is only seen on paved roads. If this trend continues, will we start seeing people in church wearing ghillie suits?  I can see the ladies now in their ghillie blouse and skirt with the ghillie material designed to allow the occasional glimpse of parts that are not supposed to be "glimpsable". Come to think of it, as the GIs were coming home after WWII, many of them brought back grass skirts from the islands in the Pacific. Those did much the same as a ghillie skirt would. That's the lighter side of camouflage.

We actually have better and more varied camouflage today than at any time in our past. Each of the military branches has their own particular camouflage and usually in more than one pattern. Civilian hunters and other outdoorsmen can buy a military set of camouflage clothes in at least six different patterns. Whichever part of this land you have activities in, there is a camo pattern to suit your needs. For those who really want the ultimate in camouflage, these camouflage clothes can be bought in the form of a ghillie suit in a variety of patterns and can even be bought in a customized version.

For those with more time than money on their hands, you can build your ghillie suit from any stage. Sort of like those houses you can get where construction can be stopped at any point so that you can finish it according to your personal tastes and abilities. Some people who have both the money and time might enjoy building their own. With attention to detail and a good imagination, you can build as good or better a ghillie suit than the ready made ones.

A lot of paintballers use ghillie suits, and those that do and learn how to use it are extremely effective. Wildlife photographers stand to benefit more than most from their camouflage and a ghillie suit is the ultimate.

Camouflage and especially ghillie suits are not for everyone. Can you imagine going quail hunting in a ghillie suit? Your dog would chew your leg off. It's necessary to keep things in perspective about the use of camouflage. It can be argued that a ghillie suit takes the sport out of hunting and it very well could if the wearer knows his stuff. There are those who have refined the stalk to the point that they could almost place the gun against the body of his prey. Take it as seriously as you prefer. Decide how sporting you want to be. Walk naked into the woods and wrestle a bear to the ground or get fully kitted out with a Hi-powered rifle and a BDU ghillie suit with face paint and all. It's your choice.

You guys need to get busy before the New Years Eve Ball. We need to see the ladies show up in their ghillie gown.

Ghillie Suit Costume Contest for Halloween

Halloween is coming sooner rather than later. Ghillie suits are always popular as the basis for scary costumes. Some folks use them just as they come because they are great for hiding, and others get creative and come up with really unique costumes.

Your options with the ghillie concept are numerous. You can use a ghillie suit or poncho, a ghillie blanket, or if you have something larger, or a group to conceal, then go for a ghillie blind. The "Ghost" ghillie suit enjoys a lot of popularity this time of year for obvious reasons.

It is interesting to see how much more innovative the youngsters are than the adults. Once an adult has his ghillie on, he doesn't put much more thought into it. The young'uns have a far more complex idea from the get go and continue to work on it throughout whatever the event is.


Trick or treat is going, or has already gone, the way of sandlot baseball. It has been replaced with organized events. You still see a few parents dragging their toddlers from door to door in search of the dentists best friend, but the real action takes place in the malls, civic centers, churches, and private homes. That’s a good thing since the world has become a much more dangerous place over the years. Now that I think of it, kids were not turned loose when I was a kid either and that was a lonnng time ago.


I would like to see the adults get a little more creative with their costumes. Towards that end, I am going to offer your choice of $25 Visa gift card or a FREE "custom tracker kit" to the most unique Halloween costume this year. Send in your photo to james@ghilliesandstuff.com. This contest is open to anyone and everyone. Winners of the contest are to be decided by the owners of GhilliesandStuff.com. That would be my wife and myself. The only requirement is that the costume MUST incorporate some form of ghillie material in the construction.  I will be announcing this contest on "facebook" and "twitter" as well as on the website.


Many of your local activities will include contests so you have a chance of winning in more than just our contest. Keep in mind that many of the churches and civic centers will not allow really gory costumes and may have other restrictions. Our only restriction is that the costume must utilize some form of ghillie camouflage.


 If we get a lot of interest this year, we will offer a bigger prize next year and maybe more than just one. We are also open to your suggestions.


Adults are free to seek advice from the youngsters. 

Winner to be announced Nov 1st! Here and Facebook and Twitter!

We Are running out of the 69.95 kids ghillie suits