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Survival Uses For Castor Oil Nobody Told You About

May 14, 2018 By ParkerMama

Survival Uses For Castor Oil

I am old enough to remember when a heaping tablespoon of castor oil was the cure all for  everything.  Constipated?   A week overdue with that baby?  Well, slurp down a tablespoon of castor oil and  everything will slide right on out.  Ugh.  Luckily, there are ways to use castor oil that won't offend your taste buds, or keep you running to the john for hours.  Here are  … [Read more...] about Survival Uses For Castor Oil Nobody Told You About

SABRE Emergency Eye Wash Adapter

May 10, 2018 By ParkerMama

Emergency Eye Wash Adapter

The SABRE Emergency Eye Wash Adapter turns any  water bottle into an eye wash station.  The unique design was created to help Law Enforcement Officers and First Responders flush contaminants from their eyes.  Perfect for emergency kits, car glove compartments, EDC bags, first aid kits and more. How Does The SABRE Emergency Eye Wash Adapter Work Three simple steps is all it … [Read more...] about SABRE Emergency Eye Wash Adapter

An Israeli Bandage In Every Emergency Kit

May 7, 2018 By ParkerMama

Why There Must Be An Israeli Bandage In Every Emergency Kit

The Israeli Bandage  was created by the Israeli Defense Force to save lives during combat. The pressure applicator on an Israeli Bandage exerts 30 pounds of pressure to a wound area, effectively treating the bleeding from a traumatic hemorrhagic wound.   A sterile dressing that can be used for many kinds of wounds, it should be in every emergency kit. What Can The Israeli … [Read more...] about An Israeli Bandage In Every Emergency Kit

Two Tone Honey Calendula Melt And Pour Soap Recipe

May 4, 2018 By ParkerMama

Melt and Pour Soap Recipe

Wondering how to make a two tone melt and pour soap recipe?  Well, I'm happy to tell you that it's much easier than you think.  My two tone Honey Calendula Melt and Pour Soap Recipe will show you how to make a vertically layered soap. Ingredients For Two Tone Melt and Pour Soap Recipe *this post contains affiliate links 1 pound Organic Translucent Melt and Pour Soap Base 1 … [Read more...] about Two Tone Honey Calendula Melt And Pour Soap Recipe

Survive Hurricane Season Prepping Checklist

May 4, 2018 By ParkerMama

Survive Hurricane Checklist

The 2018 hurricane season is predicted to be even worse than 2017. It seems like every year people wait until the storm warnings begin to think about getting prepared. Don't find yourself standing in long lines for the bare basics to survive hurricane season. Get your family ready now. Don't Fall For These Hurricane Myths First of all, lets get some of the myths associated … [Read more...] about Survive Hurricane Season Prepping Checklist

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Why Worry About Preparing?

Preparedness makes more sense now than ever.

As we move through 2026, it’s clear that the world is shifting in ways many of us can feel — even if we can’t always predict what’s next. In recent years we’ve seen global supply chain disruptions, international conflicts affecting energy and food markets, extreme weather events across multiple continents, cyberattacks on critical infrastructure, economic uncertainty, inflation, and rising costs for everyday essentials.

From global pandemics to geopolitical tensions and natural disasters happening around the world, the message is the same: stability isn’t guaranteed.

Whether or not you believe we’re headed toward a major global reset, there are plenty of everyday realities that make preparedness practical — not extreme. Job loss. Health emergencies. Severe storms. Power outages. Supply shortages. Economic downturns.

Preparedness isn’t about panic.

It’s about positioning your family to respond calmly when life throws the unexpected your way.

We’ve found that the more intentional emergency planning my family does, the less I worry about the big “what ifs.” When you have food storage in place, backup plans for power and water, and practical skills to lean on, uncertainty feels manageable.

That peace of mind is powerful.

Here at Simply Preparing, we share the survival tips, preparedness strategies, and practical systems we’ve learned along the way — from pantry building and food storage to emergency planning and self-reliance skills. Our goal is not to create fear, but to create confidence.

And we hope you’ll join the conversation.

Preparedness is not a solo journey. We all bring different experiences, lessons, and perspectives to the table. Share what you’ve learned. Ask questions. Leave comments. We grow stronger and smarter together.

Now, let’s get started prepping.

Pick a post and begin reading. At the end of every article, the blog will randomly suggest three additional preparedness posts to explore. Set aside just 10 minutes a day to build your knowledge base. Small, consistent steps add up faster than you think.

Because when it comes to preparedness, we’re never truly “done” learning — and we’re never wrong for being ready.

Let’s prepare wisely.

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