I have been in what I would call a "Serious Survival Preparation" mode for some time now. It is apparent that times are getting rough - in a number of ways - and it looks like they are going to be getting rougher and staying that way for a long time to come. All we can do is prepare as best we can, and to live life to the fullest each day. There is a time at the beginning where it is important to talk amongst ourselves to motivate and encourage each other. But then one day it is finally...
