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Tornado Survival Checklist For Families

April 24, 2018 By ParkerMama

Tornado Survival Checklist

A Tornado survival checklist saves lives.  I remember as a kid out on my Uncles ranch and my Aunt yelling at everyone to get to safety cause a tornado was on the way. Safety was a huge cave a quarter of a mile away from where we were.  You've never seen a bunch of people run so fast. Luckily, the tornado passed us by, but I've never forgotten that experience.  You don't have … [Read more...] about Tornado Survival Checklist For Families

Benefits of Medical Grade Honey for Preppers

March 5, 2018 By ParkerMama

Honey has been used in wound care for centuries, all the way back to the ancient Egyptians.  Today, people  swarm to Medical Grade Honey for it's healing properties. What Is Medical Grade Honey? Made from New Zealand's Manuka honey (Leptospermum species), *this post contains affiliate links MediHoney contains  Methylglyoxal, a unique ingredient that provides it's strong … [Read more...] about Benefits of Medical Grade Honey for Preppers

Flu Preparedness Supplies: Are You Ready?

January 16, 2018 By ParkerMama

Family Flu Preparedness Supplies Checklist

Admittedly, its a little late in the season to be talking about getting together your flu preparedness supplies. However, every time I open my Facebook page I am finding another friend lamenting that the flu has just hit their home. It starts with the littlest one throwing up in the middle night and quickly spreads to all the other kids. Just as mom has the final load of sheets … [Read more...] about Flu Preparedness Supplies: Are You Ready?

The CDC Wants You To Prepare For Nuclear Attack

January 10, 2018 By ParkerMama

https://www.cnbc.com/2018/01/09/magnitude-7-point-8-earthquake-strikes-caribbean-tsunami-waves-possible-usgs.html

With what feels like retro vibes from the 1950's, the CDC (Center for Disease Control) has announced a January 16th presentation to teach the public how to  prepare for nuclear attack. Am I the only one hearing the theme to the Twilight Zone playing in the background? Steps To Take To Prepare For A Nuclear Strike Though nuclear detonation is unlikely, it could have … [Read more...] about The CDC Wants You To Prepare For Nuclear Attack

Simple 72 Hour Kits and Checklists

October 15, 2017 By ParkerMama

72 Hour Kit Essentials

Everywhere you look there is another natural disaster.  Could your family survive for the typical three days it takes for help to arrive after a disaster?  It's time to pack the supplies for  Simple 72 hour kits for each family member.  Let's keep it simple and geared to each person's specific needs! We'll help you find the BEST prices on your simple 72 hour kit gear on our … [Read more...] about Simple 72 Hour Kits and Checklists

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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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