Stupid, plain old ignorant, self-absorbed, etc.
I have a large extended family. Out of approximately 45 relatives(including aunts, uncles, cousins, and 2nd cousins) there are only 2 of us who count on sources other than the MSM for information and news. Of the remaining number, I would guess 3 or 4 keep up with daily news via local newspaper and tv. The rest are oblivious to news and info. Hubby and I try to share some of it but we are usually met with glazed eyes and disinterest. We try to share tips about having well stocked pantries and other preparations and are met with excuses (We can't afford it.) or denial (It won't get that bad.) Our kids try to have conversations with their cousins about world happenings or current events and they get made fun of or are asked "Why do we need to know that stuff. We're kids." To which my 17 and 14 year olds reply "This is our country and we won't be kids forever."
It's maddening. My husband has already said that our door will not be open to them in a crisis or SHTF situation. My hope and prayer is that if we are needed we will help as best we can, with hearts filled by a loving God.
I just don't understand why they won't listen. Why they can't see the writing on the wall. I understand completely how overwhelming it can be...we sometimes have to take a break from it. But we take a break and then come back to it. It's our duty as parents, as a spouses, as adult children with elderly parents, and as Americans to know what's going on.
I found FR right after 9/11 and I'm so glad I did.
Thanks for letting me vent and I apologize for the long post!
Good to have you among the family of FReepers :-)
I guess the average American does not think “what if” when they travel abroad.....I always tend to have a “plan B” in place...or an alternate route of “escape” if you will......I can not say how I would act were I in Cairo now...since I am not there...but I do think, if possible, I would rent a car and drive toward Libya or Jordan.......before they turn to chit too.
Hello Rosey...Cw here.
Just read tonight an article about ‘nation governments’ now stockpiling food items as they see world events lining up and the unavailability of food at a reasonable price in the near future.
I have a son in Special Forces. After 9/11 I thought we could escape the city to our place at the beach (mid Atlantic area). Then it occurred to me the bridge could get blown up. Then my husband had to sell some land he had inherited. We used the money to buy land in West Virginian. No big bridges to cross. After my husband had Alzheimers I started keeping about 3 months worth of canned and dry food in addition to the refrigerator and freezer stock. Since I am 72 I figure a good supply is worth keeping in case of broken bones, illness or disaster. My young renter wanted me to contribute some to a poor people’s collection, but I explained I had my reasons for having that much food. The young don’t think much about disaster or death.