What To Do For Entertainment After SHTF?

Today started out as such an awesome day, perfect weather, etc. Planned on spending most of day at park. Well, son went out to go to Church and found that his back tire on his car was flat! So, he had to drive our car. He has been gone all day! We have been sitting here all this long long day. This has been just one day, what do we do for entertainment after SHTF? At least today , I have had tv and games, etc. Phone to call and bother people I know. Trying to keep mind off the fact that The Walking Dead season 5 starts tonight and I can't watch it. After SHTF we will most likely have no power, so stock up on puzzles, books, and board games. Maybe stock up on toys and such for the kiddos. You could start some crafts. I am starting to save t-shirts so that I can strip them up to make a braided rug. I want a big one! That will take most of the winter and no power to make , except my own! My older son writes and my youngest one loves to paint. So that is a good thing to have on hand. Maybe learn a musical instrument. My daughter was just given a guitar. That will be fun for her to learn. There are a lot of things that can be done after SHTF to keep you entertained. And to keep your mind off of the bad things going on.

DIY Free Energy Hacks | Hack N Mod

DIY Free Energy Hacks | Hack N Mod

Sometimes Things Actually Do Work!!

We had a really windy storm go thru last week and it knocked my umbrella style  clothesline over! I wasn't able to get it back up. So I brought it in and just laid it in the kitchen to wait until hubby got home. But, my mind is always thinking and I got to thinking I could put it up in the back bedroom that I had just cleaned out. I put a chair in there and tied this to it and set it up in the middle of the room. I Put a couple of heavy boxes on the chair to hold it there. It set there for a few days and yesterday I did a load of towels , took them in there and hung them up, and turned on  a small fan. Just went in there and they are DRY!! It worked great!! Another good thing is the heat vent is right under this so this winter when the heat is on it will dry even quicker. I love it. Last winter our power bill was really high because of having to use the dryer every time I did laundry. Now I can save some money.

12 Homemade Wood Burning Stoves and Heaters - LivingGreenAndFrugally.com

12 Homemade Wood Burning Stoves and Heaters - LivingGreenAndFrugally.com

 Really cool ideas and a great way to save some money!

Ebola: 50 Critical Facts about Ebola That You Need to Know

Ebola: 50 Critical Facts about Ebola That You Need to Know was a free kindle book. I know I that I wrote yesterday that I was taking a break from this blog, but when I seen this free Kindle book, I had to share it. Especially with what all is going on in the news.

 “Ebola: 50 Critical Facts about Ebola that you Need to Know”
The 2014 Ebola virus outbreak has been the largest in history. Formerly, the virus was known as Ebola hemorrhagic fever; although these days, it is more frequently called as Ebola Virus Disease or EVD. The Ebola Virus disease is caused by any of the five strains of the genus Ebola virus. Each of these can affect humans, although only three strains can lead to disease or death. The present outbreak is brought about by the Zaire Ebola virus strain, which is considered as the most harmful due to its 90 percent mortality rate.
News about the Ebola Virus Disease spread very rapidly and was accompanied by rumors and disinformation. All of these have stuck fear and caused panic among many people. Currently, there is no vaccine for Ebola virus. The most competent physicians can only do as much as providing intensive patient care such as administration of intravenous fluids and keeping optimal oxygen levels, blood pressure and temperature. Scientific and medical experts are still attempting to discover and invent a vaccine against the deadly virus.
There are some scientists who have developed vaccines that are promising, although these are not yet tested and can provide no guaranties. Furthermore, a lot of questions about the deadly disease still remain unanswered. However, there are some crucial facts about the deadly virus that all the people must be aware of including the disease’s history, symptoms, treatment as well as ways to safeguard oneself.
This book entitled: “Ebola: 50 Critical Facts about Ebola that you Need to Know” provides 50 of the most crucial facts about the deadly virus that every person must know. In times like this, staying informed is only the most effective means of defense to safeguard ourselves and our family from such a dreaded disease. This book provides the most comprehensive and up-to-date information on the Ebola virus and Ebola Virus disease.

Taking A Break From Blog...

It has been a busy time. I hate to say it, but I am needing to take a break from this blog for just a couple of weeks. I need to focus on some prepping and am having trouble with my computers. Our desktop finally gave up, it was 5 years old. And now this laptop that I bought used is starting to act up and freeze etc. We are also needing to get some preps ready and done for winter.

I have a ton of information in the Archives:

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2012 ARCHIVES

2013 ARCHIVES

2014 ARCHIVES

WOW I have had this blog for a long time. That is another reason I am wanting to take a break, my hubby made a comment to my older son and me on Saturday. "If the SHTF you guys would be screwed and wouldn't know what to do with yourselves without the internet!" He might be right. I do get online a lot. Mostly doing research and every single bit of my family  lives out of state so I use Facebook to talk to them. I don't have a cell phone or anything like that so I am on the computer  a lot. Taking a break and focusing on homeschooling and winter preps will help.

Hope that you all will be ok and focus on your preps. Whatever type of preps you are prepping for get them done. Focus on your family and your preps. Get you heads out of the TV and computer.

Love to all of you!

The Cloth Diaper Bible - You Can Cloth Diaper!: A Helpful Overview Of Cloth Diapers

The Cloth Diaper Bible - You Can Cloth Diaper!: A Helpful Overview Of Cloth Diapers was a free kindle book when this post was written.

The amount of conflicting and poorly-organized information on cloth diapers online can be overwhelming and confusing.

You'll find everything you need to know to get started making your child more comfortable, saving money, and going green, in the Cloth Diaper Bible. You can join the cloth diaper movement that is growing daily, and reap the rewards.

Including...

- a glossary of common terms and acronyms used on cloth diaper forums

- an explanation of the different styles and materials that are most popular in diapering today

- an explanation of washing routines, The Cloth Diaper Bible is a great purchase or gift for any new parent.

and more valuable information!

The Prepper's Grid Down Survival Guide: How To Prepare If The Lights Go Out & The Gas, Water Or Electricity Grid Collapses

The Prepper's Grid Down Survival Guide: How To Prepare If The Lights Go Out & The Gas, Water Or Electricity Grid Collapses was a free Kindle book when this post was written.

The Prepper's Grid Down Survival Guide

A major collapse of the power grid is inevitable. There are numerous scenarios that could cause a failed power grid that could leave large sections of the country or world in the dark. If you don't what could cause a massive power grid failure, you need to read the book. It isn't just the lights that go out. Everything will grind to a halt and it will be survival of the fittest, or in this case—the most prepared. Do you know what you need to prepare for a massive power failure that will put life as you know it in jeopardy? Can you feed your family with what you have in your house right now? Do you know what to do to take care of sanitation needs, water requirements and your comfort in general?


Don't be embarrassed if you don't have the first clue about what you would do if you were plunged into a blackout. Many people don't, which is why you need this book. It will guide you through everything you need to know to stay alive in the event of a major power grid failure. You will learn some valuable tips that will help you prepare for the imminent failure of the power grid. There is no time like the present to start preparing your home and your family to live and ultimately thrive a disastrous event like a failed power grid. Stocking up today, could save your life tomorrow.

Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn...

• Possible Causes Of A Grid Down & The Importance Of Being Prepared
• How To Prepare And What To Do When The Grid Collapses In The Short TermHow To Prepare For Limited Access Running Water Including: How To Find It, Purification & Disinfection
• How To Deal With Sanitation Issues Including: Toilets/Latrines, Hand Washing, Dishes, Bathing & Trash
• About Cooking, Cooling, Lighting & Heating & How To Maintain A Healthy Environment Off The Grid
• How to Prepare Now For A Situation Where There Is Little Or No Immediate Access To Food In A Grid Down
• Much, Much More

How To Survive An Economic Collapse

How To Survive An Economic Collapse was a free kindle book when this post was written.

BE PREPARED TO KEEP YOURSELF,YOUR LOVED ONES,AND YOUR POSSESSIONS SAFE DURING AN ECONOMIC COLLAPSE!

Living in the current economic climate is very scary. At any moment the economy can collapse. This book is an all inclusive guide which will give you step-by-step instructions on how to prepare for an economic collapse. This book is a must have for any Prepper. So what are you waiting for? Scroll up and grab your copy now! You owe it to yourself and your loved ones!

Backpacking Essentials: A Quick Start Guide to Backpacking Light for Beginners

Backpacking Essentials: A Quick Start Guide to Backpacking Light for Beginners was a free kindle book when this post was written.

A Light Backpack Means More Fun.

So…You have decided to go hiking.

No phones, no video games, just you and nature!

What then do you really need in your backpack to survive? Before you start cramming that pack, you’ll want to stop and think again...

Transforming yourself into a human pack mule isn’t the most enjoyable beginner backpacking experience. Backpacking light allows you to spend more time on the trail seeing more of the beauty of nature and less time trying to ignore the dull throb of your shoulders.

How then do you go about backpacking light?

Backpacking Essentials: A quick start guide to backpacking light for beginners quickly tells you the essentials to place in your pack without being weighed down!

Along with tips to shave off the weight you will receive helpful advice on:

Safety and first aid kits

Navigation tools

Selecting shoes and clothing for your hike

Fire and lighting equipment

Skin care and toiletries to bring

Food and water for the trail

Backpacking tips for hiking in Alaska, California, Montana & more…

Planning helps you avoid last-minute packing and once you get down the essentials, you’ll realize that backpacking was never easier.

Download your kindle copy of Backpacking Essentials: A quick start guide to backpacking light for beginners and learn how to pack for a lighter and more enjoyable trip, today.