Figured I was long overdue for an update. With lockdown still in effect, I have no longer have much of an excuse. Isolation is an odd word in our new reality. As a society we have never been so connected. The world is just a click away and it seems (to me at least) that we have never communicated so much. Annoyingly so in fact. From my jaded eyeballs, I attempt to spend my days keeping ...
Will the Coronavirus Make Regular People More Prepper Minded?
If there's one thing that's bothering me the absolute most about this pandemic, it's the uncertainty. The fact that we don't and can't know when this will all blow over leaves me a little on edge. And yes, I know that Thomas & I will likely be fine no matter how long it takes - due to our preps, our good health, our age, and the fact that we live in a country that's dealt, quite frankly, ...
Come on Governments, of Course FOMO = Panic Buying; Can’t Stop Human Nature
As this crisis continues unabated throughout our little blue planet, I find myself growing more and more irritated with the powers that be. Since I have been on lock down for what feels forever (you will understand soon enough America!), I want to talk rant about a pet peeve of mine. So, the government is currently outraged that people are panic buying and figuring out ways to deal with the ...
Coronavirus Stockpile Tips for Beginners & Why It’s Sensible to Worry
As this shit show shows no respite, I figured this was a good time to discuss what the girl and I are doing in terms of preparing and what my thoughts are on this developing situation. Stockpiling 101 for Beginners Seems to me that as of a few weeks ago, everyone woke up and decided to be a prepper. An admirable pursuit, but sadly, the way most people are going about it is panic driven ...
Debunking Coronavirus Myths – Yes, Some Are Completely Idiotic
On the heels of my no-bullshit Coronavirus explanation article which I recommend you take a quick look at, I feel the need to clarify and debunk some of the nonsense I have seen over the past few weeks. Drinking X Will Kill the Coronavirus Drinking Bleach Will Kill the Coronavirus Can't believe I have to even write this but bleach is not safe to drink. Folks, please don't imbibe ...
Coronavirus: A No-Bullshit Explanation of Where We Are Now
This could get dicey folks. As of 26 minutes ago, we hit over 80,000 confirmed cases of Coronavirus including a disturbing rise in a country adjacent to my own. The spread of this virus has shone a light on the darker impulses of our species from democratic abuse to predatory behaviour from merchants hoping to cash in on a crisis. Like many of you, I have been keeping my eye on the ball and ...