All we are is Dust In The Wind

West Virginia Prepper Reached the point of no return on November 25, 2023

[dustin-the-wind]

Hunter's Help Page:

Be Successful @ Controlling Your Money:

Why have a Checking & Savings Account? Budget School 50 - 30 - 20 Rule of Spending

Retirement for Teens

Resume for Job Applications

Get Your License to Freedom:

Schedule Appointment to take WV Driver License Knowledge Test

Proof of Identity Documents (Birth certificate and ID card)

Social Security Number ​(Know your number)​

Proof of WV Residence Document (2)​ ID card & Bank Statement

Application for WV Driver License

[Sample Written Test 1 (audible)]

[Sample Written Test 2 (audible)]

[DMV Practice Test 170 Questions and Answers (audible)]

[DMV Practice Test 146 Questions and Answers (audible)]

Road Signs to Know (audible)

DMV Practice Test Questions and Answers (audible)

WV Driver Licensing Road Test Score Card Audible WV Driver License Handbook

Car Insurance for Teens (video) General 2025 Car Insurance Information for Teens

Income Taxes:

West Virginia State Income Taxes - File Federal (IRS) for FREE and add West Virginia for just $15.99.

File your taxes for FREE at a Vita site near you. https://www.wvasf.org/find-your-site Wardensville Conference Center 301 E Main Street, Wardensville 304-434-8000 x9262 By Appointment Only

WV Income Tax Information

WV Tax Help: Charleston, West Virginia, 25337-3784, Phone: [phone]

IRS Free File

WV Income Tax Filing Requirements

[prep4tomoro]

If God can make a Bug's Butt Shine, just imagine what He can do for YOU!

“Look at the ravens. They don’t plant or harvest or store food in barns, for God feeds them. And you are far more valuable to Him than any birds!” [or lightning bugs] – Luke 12:24 (NLT)

[11-Cs Basic Emergency Kit] [14-Point Emergency Preps Checklist] [Immediate Steps to Take When Disaster Strikes] [Learn to be More Self-Sufficient] [The Ultimate Preparation] [P4T Main Index]

NOTICE: Contents of this blog have been gathered from sources believed to be reliable but should not be considered authoritative. You are solely responsible for your own actions on how you use this information. Do your own research on topic(s) included.

This blog is partially funded by Affiliate Program Links, included on this page, and Private Donations. Thank you for your support.

[prep4tomoro]

Live Everyday as if it is “The Day Before”

Being prepared for an emergency is more than a gathering of stuff packed in a duffle bag sitting on a shelf in a closet. It’s a mindset that must be fed by everything we do; a habit that must be developed so it’s second nature. Before gathering a bunch of “stuff” for an emergency, gather your thoughts; improve your lifestyle, health and way of thinking. Notice, in the following list, that “stuff” is last.

THINGS TO DO BEFORE SHTF:

Get Your Soul in Order

Get Out of Debt

Start Living Below Your Means

Find/build your side hustle for extra or fall-back income

Stop, or Limit, Habits that can damage Your Health & Finances

Fix Medical Ailments (dental, visual, etc.) NOW to avoid getting worse during SHTF

Learn Basic Survival Skills

LEARN how to overcome fear, panic and anxiety

Consider living Rural instead of City (Urban) or Suburban

Start Prepping Using the 14-Point Emergency Preps Checklist

Things break down and change. Have a Backup

Related Resources: Why Prepare? The UnPrepared Events Leading to SHTF What to do After SHTF What NOT to do After an SHTF Event [Author’s Reference Resource]

[11-Cs Basic Emergency Kit] [14-Point Emergency Preps Checklist] [Immediate Steps to Take When Disaster Strikes] [Learn to be More Self-Sufficient] [The Ultimate Preparation] [P4T Main Index]

NOTICE: Contents of this blog have been gathered from sources believed to be reliable but should not be considered authoritative. You are solely responsible for your own actions on how you use this information. Do your own research on topic(s) included. This blog is partially funded by Affiliate Program Links, included on this page, and Private Donations. Thank you for your support.

[dustin-the-wind]

Friends, Lovers and Live-Ins

This will be a personal and fluid post as I find the best way to express my feelings. Why? I don't really know; maybe to skip all that "get to know you" phase. It would be good just to hand someone this and say "this is me". Some say that you shouldn't show "all your crazy" all at once. I just want to fast-track the rejection so I don't waste my time or theirs.

I believe that I shall remain single and alone the rest of my life. I would like to be with someone who shares my interests but I have never liked living together for any length of time. I tried the marriage thing but it didn't take and neither did platonic roommates. Metaphorically, because I'm not a parent/grandparent, it's kinda like grandkids, I guess, grandparents love them while they're visiting but they're glad when they go back home to their parents.

I like being alone but I do get lonely.

I have lots of long-term friends, some of which were short-term lovers. I never really found my "soul mate". I might have at one time but he is no longer of this world so I will never know. I miss him very much.

My intimate friends have all been considerably younger than me and I'm uncomfortable when older friends want to be more than friends. As I get older, the considerably younger are less interested so my choices diminish, not that I'm aggressive with my pursuits.

I consider my personality to be less than entertaining. Initially, I appear to be appealing but as people get to really know me, I become less appealing. I have tried to change; it works for a time but then I'm back to the way I was. Many say that I'm a caring and giving person and I just put on a tough facade. I think the caring and giving is the facade.

It's said that you know you are loved when all your faults are known and they love you just the same. You are loved for who you are; unconditionally. The only person that made me feel that way was my friend who is no longer of this world.

It takes me a long time to get to an intimate relationship. I'm not a one-night-stand kind of person. One-night-stands have always approached me; it's never been the other way around and I never took advantage of the encounter. Well, maybe once, but she was a friend and it only happened once; I'm pretty sure alcohol was involved on both sides. I'm not sure it counts as a one-night-stand because she was a friend. We remained friends after that.

When I encounter a person or topic of interest, I am intense about them/it. I am "all in" or not at all; no holds barred. Some would call me a fanatic or worse.

I don't like cats. I like dogs but I think they should remain outside but I also think that's cruel. I create enough mess in my house on my own. I don't need an animal wiping its ass on my carpet and leaving shedding hair on my couch. I'm not really a pets kinda guy.

I'm a prepper. Some of my friends get it, others just ignore it and others think I'm a whack job. Doesn't really matter though; I have no one to share this with except me and my friend who is no longer of this world.

Tattoos: With few exceptions, I think they are an insult to the human body. They detract from its design, contour and beauty.

That's all for now.

Dustin-The-Wind

[dustin-the-wind]

I have a friend who doesn't have a lot of this world's stuff and struggles to pay his daily expenses and bills. I have more than most and help him often.

One day, he offered to give me some Raman Noodles. Initially, I thought "he needs food more than me" and was going to turn down the offer. But then it hit me that this may be his way of wanting to give instead of always being the recipient. I accepted his offer.

The less fortunate want to give and share too. Give them the chance. Take what they offer or make the opportunity for them to feel needed.

[prep4tomoro]

Surviving in Cold Weather / Snow

… is considered to be the most difficult to survive. Hypothermia = the major threat. 1. Find or Build Shelter: Out of the way of avalanche chutes. On the edge of a clearing. Dig a pit in the ground to avoid freezing winds. If you can’t dig, build a framework first, then cover with debris. Allow shelter to breathe. 2. Learn to build a fire 3. Limit strenuous activities to avoid exhaustion & sweating. 4. Stay dry. Wear water-resistant clothes. Avoid snow and melting ice. 5. Stay warm. Keep hydrated. Snack on food to keep energy levels and body temperature high. 6. Wear clothing loose to breathe. 7. Layer clothes and enhance shelters with insulating materials. 8. Dirty clothes may prevent them from breathing & insulating. Keep them clean to stay sanitized & warm. 9. Most body heat is lost through the head. Keep it covered to stay warmer. 10. Learn to Prevent and Treat Serious Cold-Weather Injuries. Cover your ears and fingers. Place hands under arm pits or somewhere warm. Related Resources: Keeping Warm During a Winter Power Outage Winterizing Toes and Fingers How to Dry Wet Clothes in the Wilderness Shelter-in-Shelter: Shrink Living Space Priority of Shelter Clothes Dryer Heating and Cooling Off-Grid Hot Water Make Fire Bricks from Junk Mail Heating and Cooking With a Wood Stove [Author’s Resource Link]

[11-Cs Basic Emergency Kit] [14-Point Emergency Preps Checklist] [Immediate Steps to Take When Disaster Strikes] [Learn to be More Self-Sufficient] [The Ultimate Preparation] [P4T Main Menu]

This blog is partially funded by Affiliate Program Links and Private Donations. Thank you for your support.

[prep4tomoro]

The December 2016 issue of The American Interest warned that “the world is likely entering the age of bioengineered viral pandemics and collapse” since bioengineering technologies make it easy to modify and release new viruses that could cause, not just a deadly pandemic, but a collapse in economic activity and loss of law and order. The threats that could trigger a “collapse” are increasing due to advances in technology that can, and will, be misused. Households need to have months, rather than days, of stored water and food. We’re Not Ready for Another Pandemic Triggered Collapse: A Nation Unprepared World still ‘grossly underprepared’ for infectious disease outbreaks Outbreak Readiness and Business Impact Some facts:

An outbreak can travel from a remote village to any major city in the world in less than 36 hours.

7,000 new signals of potential outbreaks occur each month according to WHO (as of January 2019)

80% of countries that have assessed their preparedness are not ready to find, stop or prevent an epidemic

Growth of urbanization (cities) and associated high-density living, often in unhygienic conditions, promotes the spread of infectious disease.

Increases in deforestation spur new outbreaks

Growing displacement of people (refugees), driven by persecution, conflict, emergencies or civil unrest, drives large populations to new places, often in poor conditions and with increased exposure to health threats.

No medical countermeasures, or insufficient ones if they exist, are available for both unknown pathogens and the majority of the most concerning pathogens.

In the coming decades, pandemics will cause average annual economic losses of 0.7% of global GDP

The world is NOT prepared for controlling the spread of infectious disease outbreaks. Prepare yourself and household for whatever comes. Related Resources: Cold, Flu and Pandemic Preparation and Practices Build Your Own Non-Lethal Medicine Cabinet Antibiotics to Stockpile for an Emergency The Hazards of Long-Term “Masking-Up” Combating Cabin Fever SHTF: Beware of the Trojan Horse [Author’s Reference Link]

[11-Cs Basic Emergency Kit] [14-Point Emergency Preps Checklist] [Immediate Steps to Take When Disaster Strikes] [Learn to be More Self-Sufficient] [The Ultimate Preparation] [P4T Main Menu]

This blog is partially funded by Affiliate Program Links and Private Donations. Thank you for your support.

[dustin-the-wind]

Do your own prevention! F government!!

[prep4tomoro]

Non-Lethal Self-Defense Tools:

Even in “peaceful” societies, it doesn’t hurt to have a defense method in place, and at-the-ready, while jogging, walking the dog, driving, shopping, at work, or watching TV at home. Whatever it is, it’s important to know how to use it effectively BEFORE it is necessary and know that you are emotionally and physically ready to use it when a threat comes knocking. However, situational awareness should be our greatest defensive weapon. As never before, we have many non-lethal and lethal weapons choices. Before deciding if you even want to use a weapon in determine, ahead of time, your level of accepting the consequences of taking a human life or causing serious injury. This may help to reach the conclusion of what to use or even if you are going to use anything. Selecting non-lethal and/or lethal personal defense weapon(s) will be based on availability and level of proficiency, trust, hospitality, beliefs or paranoia or a combination of these or others. The obvious are firearms, knives, stun guns, and pepper spray but thinking outside-the-box, when none of these are readily available or desired, may be the difference between surviving and dying. Consider, also, that marauders will be on the lookout, and searching, for the obvious weapons. Non-Lethal Self-Defense Weapons: The way things are going, it may get to the point when any self-defense “tool” may become illegal (including non-lethals). Wasp/Hornet Spray shoots a stream about 10 feet. “Judge, I had wasps in my car and I just didn’t remember to remove the can from my car after I sprayed the wasps. And when I was attacked by these ass-wipes, I was in fear for my life and grabbed the first thing I could reach to defend myself.” BE PREPARED to use whatever means necessary to defend yourself before and after the attack. But here may be some current legal options, depending on your jurisdiction:    [Link 1]    [Link 2]    [Link 3] Pepper Spray:    [Bear Spray vs Pepper Spray]    [Pepper Gel vs Spray]    [Defense Spray with ID Dye] Commercial Projectile Weapons: Pantell/Byrna 5-Round Kinetic and Pepper Projectile Launcher (use Discount Promo Code 1776) [Link 2]

Treating Exposure to Pepper-Spray / Mace / Chemical Irritants:

Don’t touch or rub contaminated skin or eyes.

Wash Eyes with mixture of two teaspoons of table salt per liter of water OR a 50/50 mix of bland liquid antacid & water.

Remove contaminated clothing. Wash separate from other clothing with STRONG detergent.

After pain begins to subside, decontaminate skin using liquid soap diluted with water.

Make Your Own: We all know that purchasing a weapon can cost a lot of hard-earned money. Fortunately, you can make your own effective self-defense weapons without breaking the bank. Although these weapons are homemade, they are reliable when emergency circumstances arise. We should never be sure that we are safe or complacent about our security so it’s better to be protected than sorry.    [Make a Powerful, Easy & Cheap Stun Gun]    [Homemade Pepper Spray] Turn Everyday Items into Improvised Weapons Improvised Self-Defense In The Wilderness [Make and Use Improvised Weapons]    [Other Ideas 1]    [Other Ideas 2] In addition to Non-Lethal Self-Defense Weapons above, learning how to use ordinary objects as weapons may provide some sense of security and protection during a self-defense encounter. When commercial weapons or ammo is scarce or you’re forced to leave your supplies behind, improvised weapons may be your only choice for self-defense. Hardening a Wooden Walking Stick Into a Spear: Carrying a long stick, made from hard wood (like Oak or Maple), in the wilderness helps with walking rough terrain but sharpening the top end into a point also makes it a formidable defense weapon to keep potential dangers at a distance or catch food. Hardening the point with fire will help keep it sharp. Rotate the point area just above the flames of a small fire to dry out the wood. Once it starts to get a “toasted” look, you’re done. For a point of reference, pretend trying to toast the perfect marshmallow over those flames. It should be golden brown, with little to no black char. Sharpened the point again after hardening. Once done, rub plant or animal oil on the spear point. Peel the bark from the shaft, or leave it in place for gripping. Re-harden if the point becomes dull with use. Distribute Weapons: Having a single place to store or secure weapons leaves you unprotected if you don’t happen to be in that area of the house when a self-defense event happens. It’s always good to secure weapons to prevent theft or use by young or inexperienced household members. But, to improve ready-access by “authorized” members of the household, weapons should be distributed throughout the residence. Consider these Concealed Gun Safes. Distance: Taking lessons for fist fighting, hand-to-hand combat, martial arts, kick boxing, even fencing, are good as backup options but, generally, defense at-a-distance is preferred to up-close-and-personal to reduce the possibility of injury to yourself (see the 21 Feet Rule above). Striking tools like a baseball bat and fireplace poker or pepper spray may already be available in the house and are fair distance weapons but the greater distance to stop an attack, the better. For keeping predators further away, a high-powered rifle with scope and sniper training may be considered. A dog with a “big dog bark” may deter a predator but a dog that has been trained to attack is a formidable defense weapon. [Author’s Reference Link] Related Resources: Making and Using Improvised Weapons and Tools

[11-Cs Basic Emergency Kit] [14-Point Emergency Preps Checklist] [Immediate Steps to Take When Disaster Strikes] [Learn to be More Self-Sufficient] [The Ultimate Preparation] [P4T Main Menu]

This blog is partially funded by Affiliate Program Links and Private Donations. Thank you for your support.

[prep4tomoro]

Get Out and VOTE in the Primaries!

Super Tuesday Voting has passed for several states and Primary Election Day is fast approaching for the rest of us.

The primaries are very important to remove the chaff from the wheat. Don't let it go by without casting your vote.

Research the candidates NOW; don't just select familiar names in the booth.

Vote against incumbents. They are growing roots in government and need to get back to a real job.

Make upcoming elections change the way governments are run! These last few years should have been the wake-up call that government cannot continue to operate as they have been for decades.

[Reference Link]

Politics IS NOT a Spectator Sport. It IS a Call to ACTION!

[14-Point Emergency Preps Checklist] [11-Cs Basic Emergency Kit] [Learn to be More Self-Sufficient] [The Ultimate Preparation] [5six7 Menu]

[prep4tomoro]

Modesty: Is it a Lost Virtue?

Modesty is no respecter of gender and is exhibited by what is “in the mind” (heart) as well as what is worn (or not worn) on the body. It, generally, reflects one’s true inner desires/intentions. [Reference Videos] [Reference Link] Related Resources: How to Raise Modest Kids in an Immodest World Modesty: More Than a Dress Code OutsOurcing Our Family Values Other Resources

[14-Point Emergency Preps Checklist] [Basic Emergency Kit] [Immediate Steps to Take When Disaster Strikes] [Learn to be More Self-Sufficient] [The Ultimate Preparation] [P4T Main Menu]

This blog is partially funded by Affiliate Program Links and Private Donations. Thank you for your support.

[prep4tomoro]

Immediate Steps to Take When The Shit Hits The Fan:

And you will hear of wars and threats of wars, but don’t panic… (Matthew 24:6) Every emergency response organization in the world, whether it be military, police, fire departments or the Red Cross, has written contingency plans that detail what to do when everything goes wrong. There’s a good reason for that; it’s because our brains tend to stop functioning at that time, as adrenalin floods our bloodstream as part of the “fight or flight” response. That’s how we end up with people running out of a burning building, rescuing their parakeet, while forgetting their child or hiding their wallet in their boat that’s sinking. They’re just not thinking. They didn’t have a plan and they didn’t practice it until it became 2nd Nature. Each type of disaster will have its own peculiarities, requiring specific actions. Our plans need to cover those things as well. But there are some actions that are an important part of any disaster response, regardless of what has caused it. For those disasters, the following list is presented as an outline to create your own action plan. Assess the Situation:

Stop, Think, Observe and Plan (S.T.O.P.)

Keep your ears and eyes tuned in to current events

Understand what’s going on and whether it’s necessary to react

Continue to monitor and re-assess to determine if you need to react differently

Make the Bug in or Bug out Decision:

Determine if the situation is serious enough to put your survival plan into effect

Most times, it’s best to stay put in your home but use the “R.E.D.O.U.T.” assessment to decide to stay or go

Contact Nuclear Family and Survival Team:

It’s good to carry multiple methods of communication in case cell phones are not working. Texting might work even when voice is down

Communicate the decision to stay or go and next steps to take or not

Identify a meeting place if necessary. This/these should have been pre-planned in case communications are down

Gather the Family and Survival Team:

Implement the pre-planned “get home plan”

Every member should have a bug-out bag (or basic supplies) with them to help them get to the designated meeting place

Depending on your plan, your school student children may need to escape the school which will want to keep students inside

Meet up at the designated meeting place

Gather Supplies:

Locate supplies stockpiles to be ready to use or pack for bug-out

“Last minute” supplies should not be a consideration IF you have been properly planning for an emergency but think of things that mey not have been previously considered (fill gas tanks, etc.)

Load Up & Bug Out (if necessary):

After everyone is together, make the final decision to bug-out or stay put.

if bug-out is the choice, pack up supplies in the vehicle(s) or on your backs

Plan to pick up supply caches you have hidden along the way

Contact Extended Family:

After your decision and plan has been implemented, contact your extended family members to let them know that you’re okay and your plan to proceed

Secure Your Home:

Lock up your residence whether you are staying or evacuating

Consider boarding up windows and moving vehicle(s) to a defensive position

Go into Survival Mode:

With everything ready, it’s time to batten down the hatches and go into survival mode. Whatever survival plan you have needs to be put into effect, including rationing of food and water, constantly monitoring the crisis event, setting up survival procedures and equipment, etc.

If things don’t turn out to be that bad, you can just call it a “rehearsal.” But if you’ve gotten this far, chances are that something is going to happen.

Be glad you’re ready for it!

Maintain Operational Security (OPSEC):

Consider that marauders and the unprepared may be looking for supplies and/or shelter. Leave nothing useful behind or prepare to defend it.

Have self-defense tools at the ready. Load firearms and always carry

Stay on the alert for danger. Monitor outside activity from the inside via cameras and strategic windows

[Reference Link] Related Resources: When Disaster Strikes - An Emergency Plan Outline

[14-Point Emergency Preps Checklist] [11-Cs Basic Emergency Kit] [Learn to be More Self-Sufficient] [The Ultimate Preparation] [5six7 Menu]

This blog is partially funded by Affiliate Program Links and Private Donations. Thank you for your support.

[prep4tomoro]

What is a Prepper?  What is Prepping?

Prepping is creating plans, gathering resources, and developing skills to overcome emergencies, disasters, and survival situations. The scope of preparedness is large and up to the prepared individual, ranging from simple power outages to apocalyptic events. Prepping is the act of gathering materials and developing plans for possible catastrophic disasters or emergencies, usually by stockpiling food, ammunition, and other supplies. A Prepper is someone that creates a plan, gathers resources, and gains skills so that they can be more prepared for emergencies, disasters, and other survival situations. They are normal people from all walks of life that understand the need to plan ahead to prevent hardship. The majority of people in America (73%) have taken at least one step to prepare for a natural disaster or emergency. Some people choose to lean into preparedness a little harder than just one step, and those people are commonly called “preppers”. Preppers try to become self-sufficient; reducing their dependencies on infrastructure by stockpiling and storing extra resources (esp. food, water, tools), learning survival skills, building resilient communities or going off-grid. Related Resources: Day by Day Prepping - Video Realistic Reasons to Prepare for an Emergency Daily Habits of a Prepared Person Are Preppers Whack Jobs?

[14-Point Emergency Preps Checklist] [11-Cs Basic Emergency Kit] [Learn to be More Self-Sufficient] [The Ultimate Preparation] [5six7 Menu]

[prep4tomoro]

The main tool used by the mob (including government) is fear. This tool is effective to control the population because it does not, usually, require physical confrontation. Once the thought “something bad might happen” is planted in the population’s brains, it takes hold of their whole life and usually keeps the population in fear, causing inaction; thereby allowing the mob to maintain control over them without further action except to occasionally remind the population that the fear-causing agent is still present. Fear Stifles Action and weakens our defense against those who would try to manipulate or control us; assuming that what they do or say is fact rather than questionning and researching ourselves with an open, yet suspicious, mind. When we cast fear aside and realize that WE have control over our own lives, fear cannot be used against us and true freedom, from the control of others, is restored. View this related video. And do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. But rather fear Him [God] who is able to destroy both soul and body in hell. [Matthew 10:28] If your soul belongs to God, FEAR NO ONE. Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you. [Deuteronomy 31:6] Related Resources: DON’T Let Others Control You HAVE NO FEAR - Les Brown Motivational Speech NO FEAR! What now? The Side Effects Of Fear What have I to dread, what have I to fear … ? The Hand of God FlushGov

[14-Point Emergency Preparedness Checklist] [11-Cs Basic Emergency Kit] [Learn to be More Self-Sufficient] [The Ultimate Preparation] [5six7 Menu]

[prep4tomoro]

“Every battle is won, or lost, before it is ever fought.” ― Sun Tzu, The Art of War. This well-known quote refers to the preparation, positioning, and planning that make the difference in the success or failure - prepare and plan well in advance - be ready - be prepared. Are you? It’s finally happened … The worst has occurred. The grid has gone down. The balloon has gone up. While you were one of the “smart ones” who believes in preparing yourself and your family to survive the coming collapse, your neighbors and fellow townsfolk were clueless. And now the world looks much different than yesterday morning when they woke up. What will Non-Preppers be forced to face when SHTF?

They will look outside and only see darkness

The family is complaining of being hungry and thirsty all the time

The toilet is smelling up the house

Water is unavailable or contaminated

There is no access to 911 or an ambulance

Fires are burning uncontrolled

Marauders going house to house looting, smashing, and burning

They feel unsafe at home

There is no place to escape to

Traveling outside the home becomes too dangerous

They will be forced to scavenge for food, water, supplies

They will have to compete with others doing the same thing

Fighting between the unprepared will happen over resources

They lack survival skills for basic needs (shelter, water, fire)

Some will break their moral boundaries to survive (steal, injure)

They might be herded into FEMA Camps by the government

[Reference Link] How Should Preppers Deal With Non-Preppers (The Unprepared)?

Initially consider them as a threat to your survival

Avoidance - Go to your bug-out location

Apply Gray Man skills if venturing out is necessary

Barter when avoidance is not possible

Cooperate as a Team when it’s safe to consider tusting them

Related Resources: No, You Can’t Come to My House Interacting with Non-Preppers Video 1 [Video 2] [Video 3] Why Prepare? Realistic Reasons for an Emergency Plan Lessons Learned for Non-Preppers Take the 2-Weeks Survival Challenge

[14-Point Emergency Preps Checklist] [11-Cs Basic Emergency Kit] [Learn to be More Self-Sufficient] [The Ultimate Preparation] [5six7 Menu]

This blog is partially funded by Affiliate Program Links and Private Donations. Thank you for your support.

[dustin-the-wind]

I don't want to be unprepared but apartment-living is a challenge. This link may help you too:

Apartment Prepping

[prep4tomoro]

If the answer is YES, realization has set in that we are not immune to a crisis situation. If the answer is NO, the time to prepare is NOW! Many preppers say to have supplies for 72 Hours. The reality is that emergency circumstances usually last much longer and the supplies we have may not be adequate for our needs. 2 WEEKS SURVIVAL PREPS CHALLENGE: Don’t go out and start buying a lot of stuff you THINK you need to survive, alone, for 2 weeks without electricity. There are a lot off Prepper sites and advice (including P4T) on what you “should” get and do to prepare for an emergency. But being “told” what to get and having a personal experience of what you need can be two different things. For the next 2 weeks, keep a paper and pen with you and make a list of everything you use, applicances, food, beverages, toiletries, EVERYTHING. Doing this will give you an appreciation of what you have and how you can be affected without them. After the 2 weeks, start gathering your supplies guided by your 2-weeks list and the 14-Point Emergency Preps Checklist (link below). Chances are that you will start prepping for a longer term. Good Luck! Related Resources: 30-Day No Grocery Shopping Challenge Preparing for the Inevitable Power Outage Living Without Running Water Off-Grid Laundry Day

[14-Point Emergency Preps Checklist] [11-Cs Basic Emergency Kit] [Learn to be More Self-Sufficient] [The Ultimate Preparation] [5six7 Menu]

[dustin-the-wind]

[dustin-the-wind]

[Reference Link]