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Suburban Homesteading

July 20, 2016 By ParkerMama

suburban homesteading

While talking with a group of friends, each of whom expressing a wish to buy land to homestead on.  I couldn't figure out why my friends felt the need to wait until they had a bigger plot of land to begin their journey to self sufficiency.    Why not start homesteading in your own backyard?   Right now! Suburban Homesteading. It really is a 'thing'! Let's face it.  Not … [Read more...] about Suburban Homesteading

Egg Prices are Going Up. Way Up.

February 2, 2015 By ParkerMama

egg prices

Egg prices are going up.  An announcement was made at the beginning of January alerting consumers to a price hike in eggs as California starts requiring hens be raised in spaces big enough to move around in. States selling eggs to California must also meet these standards in order to continue doing business in the Golden State. *this post contains affiliate links Less … [Read more...] about Egg Prices are Going Up. Way Up.

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

Unpredictable Winter Weather

November 22, 2013 By Prepared Mom

unpredictable winter weather

Snow is starting to fall and that means unpredictable winter weather is upon us. Taking simple steps now to plan ahead for winter weather emergencies can help thwart a disaster. Here are three posts that can get you started in your winter weather preparations in and around the home. Dressing for Unpredictable Weather  11 Things To Do Before a Winter Storm Preparing for … [Read more...] about Unpredictable Winter Weather

Creating An Emergency Preparedness Blueprint

September 26, 2013 By ParkerMama

Creating An Emergency Preparedness Blueprint

Emergency Preparedness.  Food Storage. Water.  Flash Lights. Batteries.   When I first began prepping, I thought about earthquakes and fires and droughts,  which are the usual concerns for my state.  I prepped more for short term than long term emergencies. Life changed.  My family's preparedness needs changed.  I found myself learning a lot of lessons on how to be prepared … [Read more...] about Creating An Emergency Preparedness Blueprint

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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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