No, I am not typically a prepper, but with less than two weeks til the election, I am hearing more and more about the need for being prepared.. I not getting political, but in the attempt to cover my bases, I have been hearing a lot about the possibility of civil unrest in our nation depending whoever does or does not win the election. I have not prepped because I do believe that Jesus is pretty clear about his loving care for his creation. But with so much going on in the world today, it did seem rational to plan for a week or two to just hang around the house and eat in. I am curious about what you may be thinking about these days. I am really glad we voted early, I do pray that whatever does, or hopefully does not happen, things will not disrupt holiday plans. Family is so important. We live several states away from our family and my Christmas shopping is mostly done online. I am sure everyone is praying for a quiet, loving holiday with our dear families and friends, especially this year! I know we are ! God bless you all!
The covid days taught me to have more than a package or two of TP in the house! Thankfully our son in Japan had warned us several months before covid hit, when it was still in China, that it wouldn't hurt to be prepared. So, each time I went to Costco I bought TP and paper towels and stocked the freezer with meat. Also so staples like pasta, canned veggies, etc. were bought and stored. I still try to keep that going with the state the world is in. When I take something out of storage, it goes back on the list to purchase a replacement.
ReplyDeleteI know Jesus is going to take care of us, but at least this way I have extra to share with others too. Honestly, I'm still expecting Jesus soon. Especially with all of the wars being discussed. But, just in case, it never hurts to be prepared and it will benefit others if we're gone.
I'm just hoping that any unrest is over by Thanksgiving week. Our son, DIL and granddaughter are flying in from London for the week and I'm anxiously awaiting putting my arms around that little girl! :-)
Blessings and love,
Betsy
Betsy, I understand completely! This year it is our turn to spend Christmas with the kids, as his parents will spend Thanksgiving . So I do have a bit more time to pray for holiday time . I haven’t seen the kids since our trip to the beach last April, so .I do so long to be together! Every week on the grocery haul, .I buy a couple extra of something so the pantry is in good shape, but come to think of it because if your sweet reponsebIm realizing paper products are probably needing replenishing! 😳! Hope your holidays are blessed and great fun with family!
DeleteI think it is always good to have a few things stored away. California has always been said to have things on hand in case of earthquake. I am praying in God in regard to the election and things happening in the world. As I Christian, I see a lot of things that show me that things are getting closer to Daniel and other books in the Bible. Only God knows and I am trusting in Him. He is my peace. It doesn't hurt to have a few things in stock. Our church also passes out food to members and to pass out to those in need. I pray you get to see you family for the holidays. All my family is under an hour away and we are close and help each other out.
ReplyDeleteSusan, you are fortunate to live close to your family. As an only child I have always learned how to be comfortable in my skin and entertain myself. Most all of my endeavors are singular, music, art, reading etc. oddly, even Lynn’s family all passed years ago. Both his siblings over 30 years ago and his parents more than 40 years ago. With our only child living 12 hours away, by auto, we are blessed to have the Lord provide us some wonderful friends and prayer partners. Yes, I do pray we get to see our grands over the holidays, but if not, I , like you, feel we will all be together with the Lord before too long!
DeleteIt's just me in my home so it doesn't really take much to feed me. LOL. I usually have a variety of foods and plenty paper products. I wouldn't say that I am a prepper. I just don't like to shop so when I go I get plenty to make my trip worth it.
ReplyDeleteMonica, you sound very wise and grounded in the Lord. Thank you for sharing on my page! God bless you! Carolyn
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