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Why You Need Sillcock Keys in Your Emergency Preparedness Kits

September 18, 2017 By ParkerMama

Why You Should Have Sillcock Keys In Your Emergency Kit

An inexpensive prep,  *this post contains affiliate links sillcock keys can be the means to access emergency water.  Turning the water off in a building can still leave water  in the pipes.  This hydration could be the factor that allows your family to survive a catastrophic event.  Simply locate the water spigot on a commercial or public building, and use your sillcock key to … [Read more...] about Why You Need Sillcock Keys in Your Emergency Preparedness Kits

Purify Water Simply and Effectively

September 12, 2017 By ParkerMama

How to filter and purify water for drinking during an emergency.

Learning how to purify water is one of the first skills a Prepper must have.  Storing water is only the first step in your emergency water preparedness plan. While we've shown you ways to store water for an emergency, you're going to want to have a way to filter and purify outside drinking sources..  Filtering and Purifying Water Filtering water removes things the eye can see … [Read more...] about Purify Water Simply and Effectively

Prepping For Basic Emergencies

January 27, 2017 By ParkerMama

Prepping doesn't have to be stressful or overwhelming. Whether you are a doomsday prepper, or a mom wanting some peace of mind, we have your survival needs covered!

Prepping for basic emergencies doesn't have to be overwhelming.  It doesn't have to be a huge expense.  I work with many people who immediately get that dear in the headlights look when the topic is preparing families for emergencies. Prepping for basic emergencies can be as easy as taking a trip to your local grocery or big box store. Let There Be Light Nobody likes … [Read more...] about Prepping For Basic Emergencies

Mason Jar Match Holders: DIY Gifts

November 20, 2016 By ParkerMama

A super easy way to store matches!

I've been thinking about what I could give for neighbor gifts this holiday season that would be something people would actually have a use for.  Mason Jar Match Holders are inexpensive and useful.  Perfect! These match holders provide a sturdier way to store matches, protecting them from the humidity that can make lighting a match harder.   Bonus, no more having a box of … [Read more...] about Mason Jar Match Holders: DIY Gifts

Thrive Monthly Q Program for Preppers!

November 7, 2016 By ParkerMama

Build Your Food Storage Easily, Effectively and Inexpensively with The Monthly Q From Thrive

Thrive Monthly Q Program reflects the understanding that often people hesitate in getting their food storage because they simply don't know where to start, how to use it, and how to budget for it.  To remedy this, Thrive Life has created the Monthly Q Program which offers a variety of ways to incorporate their products into your food storage AND you every day cooking, as well … [Read more...] about Thrive Monthly Q Program for Preppers!

15 Minute Prepper: Black Contractor Bags

March 10, 2016 By ParkerMama

30 Emergency Preparedness Prepper Hacks and Uses for Contractor Trash Bags

We believe in simply preparing.  Our 15 Minute Prepper series will focus on things even the busiest of people can implement to achieve their emergency preparedness goals.  Today's topic?  Contractor Clean Up Bags. How To Prep With Contractor Grade Trash Bags:  15 Minute Prepper *this post contains affiliate links Not just regular trash bags, but contractor grade … [Read more...] about 15 Minute Prepper: Black Contractor Bags

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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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