Posted on 07/24/2009 3:24:45 PM PDT by appleseed
Some see the current economic downturn as tough — but temporary — times to be endured. But others see it as a harbinger of even grimmer days ahead. So they’re preparing for the worst by stockpiling food: piles and piles and piles of it.
Call them “suburban survivalists,” or call them, well, a little goofy. But they’re dead serious about being ready for a big crash … by making sure they have a nice little nosh in case of a catastrophe. Across the country, there are people preparing for the possibility that we will not have access to food by ensuring that their cupboards, at least, will be far from bare.
Postapocalyptic Pathmark Take Bill Cole, a dad and doctor who runs a successful chiropractic office. He seems like the guy next door … which is where you may have to go to politely borrow a cup (or a barrel) of sugar should a fatal financial meltdown occur.
Cole has turned his home in the suburbs of Pittsburgh into a virtual postapocalyptic Pathmark. “I’ve got enough to last two years for me and my immediate family,” he says. His stockpile is filled with foods that can stand the test of time — from peanuts to pancake mix, canned peaches to peas.
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It ain’t better, just different - 3031.
Oops, HS-6 at 9.9 for .45 Colt.
Hmmmmm looks good ....... I am trying to find one meets all needs as my stash for next run on the stores event.
My day to day carry is a Glock 31, 357SIG. My other like to shoot’a lot’s are 40 Short and Wimpy, 45 Auto, 45 Colt, 9mm and 44 Special.
charcoal is the way to go, Im eventually gonna build a biggun, but right now that is waaaaaay down the 'list'...
Please add me to the list.
“...the M2 prolly leaves a petro-type aftertaste...”
It’s not the destination, but the journey itself that counts, brother Gilbo...
Carrying a Thompson Contender in .45-70 these days just for the electronic "Click It Or Ticket" road signs.
Added to the Survivalist ping list. Sorry it took so long. Been busy.
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