Wow! I've been doing a lot of reading of the posts on the forum and the home page information, and now I'm thinking if it would not be better just to stay put in our suburban area. Or if we have enough time before some kind of "disaster" we as a predominantly disabled group can learn to survive in the wood. It looks like it would be difficult. I've a area in mind and need some honest reply to our chosen location. It's a rain forest in national park where there are few other folks to contend with and up in the foothills of a mountain range. Cold would be a factor during Winter. I did a search on disability and only found one post which was quite heartbreaking.
"Cheetahs are solo creatures...They don't belong in social groups like lions. They only trust themselves to stay alive. They are some of the best protectors of their cubs in the world. They teach them what they need to survive, how to hunt for prey, hide their scent, and then run for the safety of trees. When her cubs are ready, the mother cheetah lets them go...For cheetahs are solo creatures..."
If I'm understanding your question correctly welderguy, I work twelve hours a day, six days a week, with a forced one day off, Sunday. I'd work even then because I absolutely love my job, but I knew I'd eventually burn out (haven't in ten years). I get up a four am and "punch out" at 4pm. I have dinner at 4pm (microwave only, yum), then hit the sack at six pm. Cuz of my Fibro and PTSD, I require nine to ten hours of sleep. I think that adds up to twenty-four. I've insomnia a lot so I'm online at weird hours for a time, then hit the sack again, hoping for a few more. I know twelve hours a day is a bit much, but if I have a "down day" it will still add up to forty plus hours a week. I have to compete with "normal" peeps and keep up with them, or no one is going to believe a disabled gal can carry a series. I need to prove them wrong. A lot of stigma against disabled folks, especially those with PTSD. Not a wah wah, just a fact of life.
Last edited by Kat; 07-31-2013 at 05:42 AM. Reason: Gosh, I need some sleep to leave out the typos!
"Cheetahs are solo creatures...They don't belong in social groups like lions. They only trust themselves to stay alive. They are some of the best protectors of their cubs in the world. They teach them what they need to survive, how to hunt for prey, hide their scent, and then run for the safety of trees. When her cubs are ready, the mother cheetah lets them go...For cheetahs are solo creatures..."
You've got it, hunter63!
"Cheetahs are solo creatures...They don't belong in social groups like lions. They only trust themselves to stay alive. They are some of the best protectors of their cubs in the world. They teach them what they need to survive, how to hunt for prey, hide their scent, and then run for the safety of trees. When her cubs are ready, the mother cheetah lets them go...For cheetahs are solo creatures..."
BENESSE, we don't. With my insomnia it is a wonder I get two straight hours.
"Cheetahs are solo creatures...They don't belong in social groups like lions. They only trust themselves to stay alive. They are some of the best protectors of their cubs in the world. They teach them what they need to survive, how to hunt for prey, hide their scent, and then run for the safety of trees. When her cubs are ready, the mother cheetah lets them go...For cheetahs are solo creatures..."
I've met members of MENSA. Sorry but a pretentious lot.
Last edited by Kat; 07-31-2013 at 05:39 AM. Reason: Type slower than my brain and left out a word. Negative. Not enough sleep.
"Cheetahs are solo creatures...They don't belong in social groups like lions. They only trust themselves to stay alive. They are some of the best protectors of their cubs in the world. They teach them what they need to survive, how to hunt for prey, hide their scent, and then run for the safety of trees. When her cubs are ready, the mother cheetah lets them go...For cheetahs are solo creatures..."
"Cheetahs are solo creatures...They don't belong in social groups like lions. They only trust themselves to stay alive. They are some of the best protectors of their cubs in the world. They teach them what they need to survive, how to hunt for prey, hide their scent, and then run for the safety of trees. When her cubs are ready, the mother cheetah lets them go...For cheetahs are solo creatures..."
Kat, unless you have a BOL, bugging out should be your absolute last choice. And by BOL I mean an actual structure such as a house, bunker or shelter of sorts equipped with the basics to help you survive for at least 3 months. Whether that be with friends, relatives or your own place that you've set up ahead of time.
Bugging out is a challenge all its own, let alone for people who are dealing with additional challenges. Also remember, that you'll be dealing with hordes of people who had the same idea as you; chances are, you and your circle of friends won't be alone.
"Cheetahs are solo creatures...They don't belong in social groups like lions. They only trust themselves to stay alive. They are some of the best protectors of their cubs in the world. They teach them what they need to survive, how to hunt for prey, hide their scent, and then run for the safety of trees. When her cubs are ready, the mother cheetah lets them go...For cheetahs are solo creatures..."
A relative lives in the boonies who is a general contractor who can be in charge of a bunker. They live on a lake, but it still considered not as isolated as we'd like. We have many firearms and ammo for those who are quite efficient.
Thanks for the info. Much appreciated and has given me a good ideal
"Cheetahs are solo creatures...They don't belong in social groups like lions. They only trust themselves to stay alive. They are some of the best protectors of their cubs in the world. They teach them what they need to survive, how to hunt for prey, hide their scent, and then run for the safety of trees. When her cubs are ready, the mother cheetah lets them go...For cheetahs are solo creatures..."
You have a number of challenges in your area that many of us don't face. A couple would certain require leaving home. A tsunami and Mt. Ranier both come to mind. Pyroclastic flows, snow melt flooding and eruption are all possibilities that should be considered in your planning.
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