When everything that can break decides to break—bus, budget, and belief—you find out what you’re really building. We pushed into our biggest Fryeburg Fair ever by tripling our booth size, stretching every dollar, and betting on our community. Then the week erupted: the bus died at a gas station, the camper lights quit at dusk, and the last credit card barely covered a rental truck. We turned wrenches in the rain, moved mountains with borrowed tools, and showed up on opening day running on fumes and conviction.

What happened next surprised even us. With friends under the chassis, family on the sales floor, and neighbors sending solutions at midnight, the booth came to life. Saturday became the second-biggest day in our company’s history. Inventory moved faster than announcements. People who watched the struggle online walked into the tent ready to buy, encourage, and celebrate. The power of small business isn’t just product; it’s the story of persistence your customers can see and feel.

We talk about the real cost of scaling a booth—rent, fixtures, tents, and the inventory math no one posts about. We open up about mechanical failures, cash flow choices, and why accountability and prayer became our pivot. Most of all, we share the blueprint that carried us: ask for help early, ship before it’s perfect, protect your energy, and keep your mission public. On the far side of breakdowns are breakthroughs. On the far side of sacrifice is triumph. If you’ve ever stood one setback away from quitting, this one is for you.

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Left-wing lunatics hoped for a funeral. America got a revival.

Sunday's Charlie Kirk memorial service transformed into something extraordinary - a spiritual awakening that reached far beyond the 100,000 people physically present in Arizona. Viewers worldwide witnessed not just remembrances of a remarkable 31-year-old conservative leader, but testimonies that sparked what many are calling a turning point in American cultural history.

What makes this moment so powerful? The staggering numbers tell part of the story. Turning Point USA received 67,000 requests for new chapters in just days. Countless Americans reported attending church, opening Bibles, and reconnecting with faith for the first time. Vice President JD Vance revealed that Charlie had encouraged him to be more open about his Christian faith—resulting in Vance speaking more about Jesus Christ in ten days than in his entire political career.

Erica Kirk's speech became the emotional centerpiece of the event. Her grace in forgiving her husband's assassin demonstrated extraordinary spiritual strength. She shared how Charlie had previously quoted Isaiah 6:8 ("Here I am Lord, send me"), never knowing how prophetic those words would become when she cautioned him, "When you say that, God will take you up on that." Her testimony transformed grief into purpose, showing how faith sustains even in life's darkest moments.

Charlie's life embodied the courage he valued above all else. As he once said: "Courage is doing the right thing when you don't know it's going to work out. Courage is committing yourself to the correct course of action, regardless of the cost. Courage is a choice, and I choose courage." His memorial revealed previously unknown dimensions of his influence on American politics and culture, demonstrating how thoroughly he had integrated himself into driving meaningful change while maintaining his primary identity as a man of faith.

Find the courage today to open your Bible, attend church, or embrace your faith publicly. There's no better way to honor Charlie Kirk's legacy than by living with the same courage and conviction that defined his extraordinary life.

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The brutal assassination of Charlie Kirk has left America reeling, forcing us to confront the devastating reality of political violence in our nation. In this raw, emotional episode, we process this tragedy together, examining not just what happened, but what it means for our collective future.

Charlie Kirk embodied something rare in today's political landscape—a willingness to engage with opposing viewpoints. His "prove me wrong" approach gave a platform to those who disagreed with him most, creating spaces for genuine debate rather than echo chambers. This openness made him not just influential, but dangerous to those who couldn't defend their positions when challenged with facts and reason.

We don't shy away from hard truths in this conversation. We examine the responsibility social media platforms bear for allowing graphic videos to spread unchecked, while mainstream media personalities and politicians who label opponents as "fascists" and "Hitler" create an environment where violence becomes inevitable. The statistics are chilling—studies show alarming percentages of respondents supporting political assassination as acceptable.

Yet amid the darkness, we find light in Erica Kirk's extraordinary response. Her powerful speech, delivered with grace and strength just days after losing her husband, has already inspired 37,000 new requests to start Turning Point chapters nationwide. She isn't just continuing Charlie's work—she's amplifying it, turning tragedy into powerful momentum for the values he championed.

As we navigate these troubled waters together, we return to one of Charlie's most profound pieces of wisdom: "When the world seems crazy, unplug. Put your phone away, turn off the TV, get back to what's important—embrace your faith and family." In a world increasingly defined by division, perhaps this simple advice offers the path toward healing our fractured nation.

Join us for this important conversation about where America stands at this critical turning point, and how we might honor Charlie Kirk's legacy by choosing unity over division, faith over fear, and love over hate.

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Life gets hectic at the Liberty household as we prepare for Fryeburg Fair, work weddings, and navigate a major career change that could transform our family's work-life balance.

• Fryeburg Fair approaches with significant business preparation, requiring us to bring in about 2,000 items in the coming weeks
• We successfully DJed Jake and Sage's wedding despite last-minute challenges and an unexpectedly quick ceremony
• Sometimes taking a break from overwhelming tasks—like mowing a section of lawn—can help reset your mind when you're feeling stuck
• Major workplace change announced as my wife's employer offers permanent work-from-home opportunity after she voiced her unhappiness
• Transitioning from patient care to work-from-home creates culture shock but offers benefits for family time and business flexibility
• Creating structure and routine is essential when adapting to major life changes
• Tony Robbins wisdom reminds us we overestimate what we can accomplish in a year but underestimate what we can achieve in decades

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We celebrate our daughter's first birthday while reflecting on a challenging yet rewarding year at Windsor Fair and the struggles that shape our entrepreneurial journey. The road isn't always smooth, but finding joy and purpose through difficulties has become our greatest strength.

• Overcoming bus mechanical failures with the help of "redneck mechanics" who found creative solutions when we needed them most
• Navigating the financial ups and downs of Windsor Fair, including weather challenges and unexpectedly strong weekend sales
• Celebrating our daughter's first birthday at the fair with our extended "fair family" who showered her with love and gifts
• Recognizing how parenthood provides perspective and motivation during business struggles
• Reflecting on the special moments, including a bald eagle sighting on our daughter's birthday – a sign from family watching over us
• Acknowledging that both business and parenting involve constant adaptation and problem-solving
• Finding purpose in creating experiences and memories rather than focusing solely on financial outcomes
• Appreciating how our daughter is developing amazing social skills from her unique upbringing

Keep following our journey as we head to Fryeburg Fair, our biggest event of the year, continuing to build our brand while raising our little girl.

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The struggle is real, but so is the strength that emerges from it. This raw, unfiltered episode takes you behind the scenes of entrepreneurship when everything that can go wrong, does.

Windsor Fair season brings both celebration and chaos as we mark my daughter Paisley's first birthday while simultaneously dealing with our third consecutive year of vehicle disasters at this event. The bus is leaking brake fluid faster than I thought possible, the shifter linkage disconnected, and we're stranded at the fairgrounds with inventory to move and a business to run.

Production nightmares preceded our arrival when vendors missed deadlines and shipping companies split orders, forcing late nights and impossible schedules. Upon arrival, we discovered our vendor location had been moved, reinforcing that age-old business wisdom that location truly is everything when you're selling at fairs.

What's remarkable isn't just the string of challenges – it's the resilience that develops when facing them repeatedly. The all-female crew of my mother, wife, and baby daughter are currently running our booth while I handle production and repairs, proving that family businesses survive through adaptability and teamwork.

Despite everything, opening day sales nearly doubled compared to last year, reinforcing my belief that sometimes the universe tests us most severely right before breakthrough moments. When you've reached the point where your back is against the wall, sometimes all that's left is faith that this too shall pass.

Whether you're an entrepreneur facing similar challenges or just someone who appreciates authentic stories of perseverance, this episode reminds us all that finding strength in struggle isn't just motivational poster material – it's the daily reality for those building something meaningful against the odds.

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Ever feel like you're putting everything into your business only to fall short of expectations? That's exactly where I found myself at the Skowhegan Fair this year. After days of watching people walk past my booth, enduring stretches of 5-6 hours without a single sale, I had to make a critical mental shift that entrepreneurs rarely talk about: redefining what success looks like mid-journey.

When my original sales goals became clearly unattainable, I set new targets that would still represent meaningful progress rather than defeat. Fighting for every sale, I managed to hit my adjusted goal by exactly $50 in the final minutes of the fair's last day. This wasn't the triumph I'd initially imagined, but it taught me something profound about entrepreneurial resilience.

The most valuable outcome wasn't financial at all, but the people I met – particularly Isaiah, an 18-year-old with exceptional work ethic who approached business with remarkable discipline. "For every hour I spend having fun," he told me, "I'll do one thing I don't want to do to build my business." His perspective was exactly the inspiration I needed while navigating my own challenges.

As I prepare for the Windsor Fair and eventually Fryeburg (my season's biggest event), I'm facing serious inventory challenges and supplier delays. I've had to make tough decisions, including canceling a planned event to better position myself for success where it matters most. These choices reflect a maturing business perspective – understanding that courage isn't making one dramatic leap but taking consistent small steps forward despite fear and uncertainty.

If you're fighting for your own business dreams right now, remember that perseverance often looks less like heroic victories and more like quiet determination to simply take the next step. Check out our American-made products at loudproudamerican.com and share your own entrepreneurial journey with us on social media!

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Sometimes the hardest moments reveal our greatest blessings. From the comfort of my wife's camper instead of the school bus I planned to sleep in, this episode takes you on the raw, unfiltered journey of a small business owner fighting for survival at the Skowhegan State Fair.

What does it feel like to open your booth in 95-degree heat, wait five hours for your first sale, and end a 10-hour day with just $120 in your pocket? I'm holding nothing back as I share the mental battle between the demon whispering "give up" and the angel reminding me why I started. Every entrepreneur knows this struggle—watching your savings dwindle while bills pile up and wondering if you're crazy for believing in your dream.

But amidst this struggle, unexpected blessings emerge. Friends driving hours to transport my camper without being asked. My 18-year-old new friend Isaiah working the night shift at a dairy farm, then volunteering at my booth during the day. When a young man with a severe cut stumbles through the fairgrounds, Isaiah's EMT training proves more valuable than the actual first responders who arrive late and unhelpful.

This episode evolved in real-time over two recording sessions, allowing you to hear my optimism in the morning transform into raw vulnerability by day's end. It's the most transparent I've ever been about my faith, my fears, and the divine timing that keeps me going when logic says quit.

If you're facing your own seemingly impossible challenge, or if you've ever wondered what keeps a small business owner fighting when the numbers don't add up, this conversation might be exactly what you need to hear today. Sometimes the village that supports your dream becomes the greatest blessing of all.

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