Probably going to be a lurker for the most part, but figured I'd introduce myself anyway. 
Relatively new at many things. But, my mother taught me the survival mindset from my earliest years, and in some ways, that seems to be half the battle.
I was born & raised in rural Texas, tornado valley. My mother & stepfather were volunteer first responders, stepfather also a volunteer firefighter.
Mom taught me to always have a "Go Bag" at the ready, because there are times when you leave home where you don't know if you'll ever return, or whether your home will still be there when you get back.
Our bags were put into action each spring; taking our things and going to a neighbor's storm shelter at a moment's notice was a regular part of tornado season.
We always had plans of action. What to do when there is a fire, planning escape routes for how to get out of home/school/etc. Always thinking ahead, always being aware of what's happening around you, always revisiting your plans and reaffirming what is most important to you.
I'm in my late 20s; have been living in Philadelphia for nearly a decade now. Long story. Very different from where I grew up.
Circumstances led me to a place in my life where I no longer had a Go Bag, no plan for when things get hairy, nothing to fall back on. The same can be said for my peers - friends, coworkers, most people I meet in this city. It doesn't seem to bother anybody. But it leaves me feeling very ungrounded, especially with how increasingly unstable things get with each passing day. I've been playing catch-up, a little at a time, trying to steel myself, prioritize, and prepare myself for whatever may come.
I've gotten a lot done the last year or so. I've got a solid Go Bag going, getting better all the time.
Trying to read & learn as much as I can; there is a wealth of knowledge out there! Taking advantage of the Internet while it's available; I can remember times where it did not exist in my life (apparently uncommon for people my age) and don't take it for granted.
I hope to move back to a rural home someday in the future. Start a homestead. But that's more of a long-term dream. It's beyond my ability for now. But the hope & goal keeps me going. Something to look forward to.
For now, the city is home, for better or worse. Doing what I can to understand this place, and know how to survive anything it throws my way (or simply when to walk on out while I have the chance).
Looking forward to learning from you all. Thanks in advance for what you've shared here. 💖
Relatively new at many things. But, my mother taught me the survival mindset from my earliest years, and in some ways, that seems to be half the battle.
I was born & raised in rural Texas, tornado valley. My mother & stepfather were volunteer first responders, stepfather also a volunteer firefighter.
Mom taught me to always have a "Go Bag" at the ready, because there are times when you leave home where you don't know if you'll ever return, or whether your home will still be there when you get back.
Our bags were put into action each spring; taking our things and going to a neighbor's storm shelter at a moment's notice was a regular part of tornado season.
We always had plans of action. What to do when there is a fire, planning escape routes for how to get out of home/school/etc. Always thinking ahead, always being aware of what's happening around you, always revisiting your plans and reaffirming what is most important to you.
I'm in my late 20s; have been living in Philadelphia for nearly a decade now. Long story. Very different from where I grew up.
Circumstances led me to a place in my life where I no longer had a Go Bag, no plan for when things get hairy, nothing to fall back on. The same can be said for my peers - friends, coworkers, most people I meet in this city. It doesn't seem to bother anybody. But it leaves me feeling very ungrounded, especially with how increasingly unstable things get with each passing day. I've been playing catch-up, a little at a time, trying to steel myself, prioritize, and prepare myself for whatever may come.
I've gotten a lot done the last year or so. I've got a solid Go Bag going, getting better all the time.
Trying to read & learn as much as I can; there is a wealth of knowledge out there! Taking advantage of the Internet while it's available; I can remember times where it did not exist in my life (apparently uncommon for people my age) and don't take it for granted.
I hope to move back to a rural home someday in the future. Start a homestead. But that's more of a long-term dream. It's beyond my ability for now. But the hope & goal keeps me going. Something to look forward to.
For now, the city is home, for better or worse. Doing what I can to understand this place, and know how to survive anything it throws my way (or simply when to walk on out while I have the chance).
Looking forward to learning from you all. Thanks in advance for what you've shared here. 💖
