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Last Minute Winter Emergency Road Trip List

December 24, 2014 By Prepared Mom

unpredictable winter weather

Heading to the snowy mountains for the holidays? Here is a last minute winter emergency road trip list to keep you and your family safe!   Emergency car kit containing the following items: A reflective hazard warning sign (this one’s a carrying case) Jumper cables Ice scraper Tire pressure gauge Ratchet set Pliers Screwdrivers Electrical … [Read more...] about Last Minute Winter Emergency Road Trip List

Preppers Wish List

November 21, 2014 By Prepared Mom

Preppers Wish List

Instead of the latest useless gadget this year, why not get some emergency preparedness gifts for your loved one? Here are a list of items that are guaranteed to be on your preppers wish list! Stocking Stuffers: Paracord Bracelets Emergency Fire Starter Can opener Water Proof Matches Water bottle with purification tabs or a really awesome water bottle with … [Read more...] about Preppers Wish List

After Halloween Sales On Prepping Items

October 28, 2014 By Prepared Mom

halloween sales on prepping

Hi Everyone- Quick post today but wanted to remind you that today most "Halloween" items go on sale for at least 50% off. Here are some great things that you can pick up during the sales to add to your preps:   Pumpkins!! Here are some fabulous ways to use pumpkin: can cubed pumpkins, make pumpkin butter, roast  pumpkin seeds, save pumpkin seeds, dehydrate … [Read more...] about After Halloween Sales On Prepping Items

Time to Update Your Emergency Road Trip Kit

August 29, 2014 By Prepared Mom

road block

Every year you should take out your emergency road trip kit, check it and refresh it because you just never know when you hit the open road, what sort of road blocks you will run into…Thanks to OnStar for providing today’s reminder. Things to Include In Your Emergency Road Kit:   An all purpose emergency car kit like the one pictured here that is good for  a … [Read more...] about Time to Update Your Emergency Road Trip Kit

Technology in Vehicles

January 31, 2014 By Prepared Mom

Disclosure: I have long had an interest in technology in vehicles and how that plays a role in emergency preparedness. For that reason I am a paid OnStar Ambassador through SocialMoms. While I am being compensated for this post, I believe passionately in the role of technology in vehicles for safety and the opinions expressed are solely my own. Have you ever thought of what … [Read more...] about Technology in Vehicles

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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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