Seed vaults are sometimes included in the lists of things we need to have to be prepared. However, generic seed vaults won't be much help if we really need to live off only what we can grow.

A Facebook prepper group was asked, 'What is your most important tool?" A significant number answered that THEY were the most important tool. Do you agree?

I keep getting reminded about the importance of hospitality. If we are indeed facing challenging times ahead, the relationships we form now will be vital then.

I am constantly amazed at the similarities between today's headlines and those of the last Fourth Turning. We're exploring what was going on in the world on November 21, 1938. 

New York Times 11-21-1938

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Mathilda describes life on the frontier in general and her life as a child in particular. When her mother died and her father remarried, she was sent to San Antonio to work for another family.

Many times we hear about preppers getting ready for then end of civilization. The most likely events are mundane things like a plumbing leak. If I'm prepared for a normal emergency, then I'm not likely to be able to handle a more catastrophic one.

A stand mixer is a handy device. There are a large number of attachments that make it even more handy.

Making a list and checking it twice! There's lots to do to get the house ready for a party. Is prepping for a party really prepping? It could be.

None of us are completely self sufficient, but we can produce something. As my father used to say, "everything you know how to do is one less thing you have to pay to have done."

If you are learning to sew and need to purchase a sewing machine, I highly recommend watching the following video. He gives some great advice. 

Best Sewing Machines Under $500