Ah… a cross-country move. Such a joy, especially with 4 dogs in tow. But, there’s always some humor if one is paying attention. For me, I got a hefty dose of it from those who helped me load the moving truck in Utah and from those who helped me unload Read more…
“Fog of War” is a term I use in both everyday preparedness, as well as in being prepared for self-defense scenarios. Today I’m going to address firearm self-defense scenarios more specifically, however, before I do, I just want to bring up one point that applies universally to everyday preparedness. Having Read more…
As promised here is the list of my recommended 72 hour kit supplies. Mind you, this isn’t the minimalistic 72 hour kit. This is the “rolling” one. By all means, if you have something to add to the list or have questions as to why a particular item is on Read more…
How to Deal With Electric Shocks/Electrocution –by Guest Contributor, Dan F. Sullivan Although information about survival and preparedness is abundant these days, it’s extremely hard to find information about electrocution. Knowing what to do if you or anyone else gets electrocuted is of paramount importance particularly after a tornado or Read more…
Let’s face it. Even when we’ve had our car broken into and find nothing missing, it’s still very disturbing emotionally. It haunts us that some complete stranger was rummaging around in our world without any sense of decency that we’ve come to expect in our little world, even if it’s Read more…
by J.C. Martin, Guest Contributor (Editor’s Note: I’m thrilled to share with you a contribution by one of my friends who’s always good for a smile as well as sensible preparedness wisdom–J.C. Martin. Give him a warm welcome, Friends!) Those who have prepped for a while know that, although Read more…
This week we’ll be sending out our first official issue of the Preparedness Pro Newsletter. Each issue will be packed with something to learn regarding each of the 10 Principles of Preparedness PLUS this is the ONLY place where you’ll be able to get some of the best of recipes Read more…
And we’re back! There’s been a flurry of activity behind the sabbatical at Preparedness Pro so that I could move it forward to what I really, really wanted it to be. And today I’m going to share with you the results thereof because chances are, if you’re reading this, Read more…
So tonight I was literally locked IN my hotel room. I couldn’t get out for anything!! The steel door handle wouldn’t turn far enough for me to unlock the door. After attempting to open the door for several minutes and ruining a good pair of shoes in a desperate attempt Read more…
Question: “Kellene, how do I know which manual grain mill to buy? I’m so confused?!” Answer: There are THREE key considerations to choosing a grain mill that you’ll be operating manually. I’ll provide you with these three highlights and let you choose for yourself from there, but I’ll also Read more…