The legislators of Alabama face some serious issues.  Yet, they spend time throwing insults and accusations at the federal government and at each other.  It is reminiscent of the playground taunt, “stick and stones”.  It’s not bones they should be worried about.  Is it any wonder people feel the need to prepare for when things go bad?  In this political and economic climate, more and more people are expressing a loss of confidence in state and federal government in almost every area of concern.  Consider these comments in the DailyTimes:

The politicians Alabamians elected to go to Montgomery have neither the power nor the responsibility to influence federal policy. Their jobs are to help one of the poorest states in the nation improve itself.

Every time state politicians start complaining about Obama or federal gun laws or federal abortion rights, one thing is certain: They are trying to keep voters from noticing a failure of state government.

Wouldn’t it be nice if we could count on elected officials to just sit down and do the job without allowing the distractions that prevent them from meaningful work?  While the writer of the quoted article is hurling his insults to the GOP, it is my opinion that this same insult is no respecter of political affiliation.

Josh

The Daily Prepper News

References:

“Failure to act – TimesDaily.com.” Atom. 13 Feb. 2013

Alabama is one of the most beautiful places I have ever lived.  The forests are astoundingly lush.  Rivers full of fish and fun.  We used to go picnicking along the  Alabama River.  We’d spread out the blankets and the kids would play all day.  The boys would fish, but our daughter would only fish for a few minutes and then be bored.  She would talk the boys into going exploring with her.  We watched the river roll on by without a care in the world on a Saturday afternoon.

Not only did Alabama have the finest forests and fishing, it also has a fast paced metropolitan life in Birmingham,  Montgomery and Mobile.  Everything other cities have from ballet to universities available if you look beyond the image the media wants the world to see.  The people have a strong work ethic.  While I was there I met many people who worked two and three jobs to make sure their families were cared for with the best they could afford.  Unfortunately, they had to work that many jobs because the wages were very low compared to other parts of the country for the same work.  Many people might choose welfare over work.  The people of Alabama want to be independent and they work hard to provide for their own families.

Even so, the people were not the hayseed, bib overall wearing, prepper as a slander, rednecks the media makes them out to be.  They were a kind and gentle people who treat you with respect.  That doesn’t mean they don’t have issues.  They do.  But they are the exact same issues faced in every other state.  They also face an issue not faced to the same degree north of the continental poverty line.  The fact that such a line exists speaks volumes.

So, my friends in Alabama, be proud.  You accomplish much.  And be prepared.  You know what could happen and what you face.

Josh

The Daily Prepper News

By  TNTCrazyLady

Vinegar is a liquid substance consisting mainly of acetic acid and water. The acetic acid is produced through the fermentation of ethanol by acetic acid bacteria. It is today mainly used in the kitchen, but historically, as the most easily available mild acid, it had a great variety of industrial, medical and domestic uses. Commercial vinegar today, is produced either by fast or slow fermentation processes.

In today’s perceived ‘time pressed’ world, many of its great uses have been forgotten. However, since the ‘silent economic depression’ seems to be dragging on, vinegar is again being used Read the rest of this entry »

by CCCooper

“You can ignore reality, but you cannot ignore the consequences of ignoring reality.”

If we have a definite need, it is to be aware that things happen without advance notice. That knowledge gives us the small advantage to be ready BEFORE danger arrives. It also necessitates the need to be brutally honest with yourself. Accepting the personal responsibility for your own happiness, health, and well-being.

But there’s a price.

A price for inaction that will far outweigh any price you may pay for preparedness or mental awareness.

So, which price are you going to pay? And will you pay with the (fiat) currency in your pocket, the sweat of your brow, time invested in knowledge, or the most precious, your life or that of your loved one’s?

Will you set aside time? Will you “invest” time rather than “spend” time? Will you commit resources that will assist you in your journey or continue down that rut towards oblivion?

Decisions must be made now while you still have the freedom to do so. Procrastination at this point may have dire consequences and impact you and those that rely on you in a verybad way.

Hope that the above snaps some people awake and gives others the determination and assurance that they are on the right track.

by CCCooper

Well, not really 12 steps…maybe a thousand or two. But, the journey of a thousand miles starts with the first step.

Buy-In. A true and deep understanding of just how important this journey will be. It will mean the difference between thriving and subsistence. The difference betweem Freedom and subservience. The difference between you and your family being responsible for your own happiness rather than an out of control government dictating the happiness that you must accept…OR ELSE.

OpSec. Operational security. An acute awareness and understanding that the rest of the world does not think or feel as you do. A large majority are the unaware sheeple that have been dumbed down in our public school systems have no clue. make sure that YOU DO.

Take stock. Understand intimately exactly what you and your family need on a regular basis. Know how much you consume on a weekly and monthly basis. Ask what you would do if there were no grocery or convenience store. What if the power outages were extended. Or, perhaps, your water supply was somehow interrupted. How would you manage? Be honest with your self.

Have a plan. Have 2. maybe 3. Put it in writing and discuss with your spouse. Read and read some more. Then go back and look at your plan and come up with some contingencies. Brain storm some “what ifs” and seek guidance.

Allocation will be key. Allocation of time, energy, resources, and space. (Home storage, gardens, animals, weapons, etc).

Make the journey exciting. Make the journey fun. But never forget that the journey is a necessity.

by GIJeff

Heya Peeps,

Well budgetary constraints are preventing me from doing too many reviews of late. On the other hand, some things I just HAD TO HAVE and bought as soon as budget allowed. One such item is the BK-2 Campanion knife. This is a full tang camping knife or survival knife with a 1/4 inch thick blade. First thing you can say about this knife is that, and I quote an unknown reviewer “it’s the perfect knife to have along if you ever have to field dress a BUICK”. Dave Canterbury, of Dual Survival fame calls it the “Becker train wrecker” Read the rest of this entry »

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The Preppers networks are all about volunteering our knowledge and skills with each other. We share ideas, tips and basically network with each other to survive any type of disaster whether natural, man made, or economic. Information that you learn and share with others will help everyone learn how to find “Freedom Through Teaching Others Self Reliance.”

Joining the Alabama Preppers Network is simple, and most of all, it’s Free! To join, just follow these few steps.

1) Register to become a member of the American Preppers Network www.AmericanPreppersNetwork.net The registration page is here: http://americanpreppersnetwork.net/ucp.php?mode=register

2) Once you have your account, go to the index page of the forum and do your first post by introducing yourself in the new members area. http://americanpreppersnetwork.net/index.php

3) Once you know how to do posts, visit the Alabama forum and introduce yourself. The Alabama forum can be found by scrolling to the lower section of the index page where you will find a list of states, or you can go directly by following this URL: www.AlabamaPreppersNetwork.net

4) After you’ve visited the Alabama forum, follow this link to learn how to join the Alabama Preppers Network group: http://americanpreppersnetwork.net/viewtopic.php?f=564&t=2738

The following article has been generously contributed for your reading pleasure by Rourke at Modern Survival Online. We strongly urge our readers to take Rourke’s advice and download or print (or both) the following guides, which are available 100% free. Ideally, retain a paper copy if you have a survival folder, and save a copy to your reserve USB drive, which should be a component of your bug out survival bag or stored at your bug out location.

There are tons of good downloads in the Survival Database Downloadsection of this website. For this article – I have selected 10 that everyone should have either printed and put away, or placed on a USB drive – or better yet both.

So – let’s get to it: Read the rest of this entry »

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