From what I'm hearing from friends and family is that all of the grocery stores and even our local Walmart is back to business as usual. Most everything is back in stock. I've been ordering online, and have got great results every time. Some items took longer to ship than others, though.
When CaryC gets paid on the 1st. we plan to resume our into town shopping trips as we normally do twice a month. I can hardly wait! I also have a doctor's appt May 18th, and I've already canceled it once. I plan to keep the appt. this time. Can't put it off any longer.
It was not hoarding. Hoarding is simply a way to make evil the desire to have preps. It allows for the government to put forth the narrative of evil people out there hurting the populace. This allows for further evil to be put upon those who have used their resources to prepare for the bad things that happen in life.the problem that is now coming up is people - the sheeple - getting the correct mindset to allow some normalcy back into their lives - they got a shock to their complacency and are now afraid ..
there's no real problem - NEVER WAS - a supply problem that resulted in shortages - it was hoarding and in some cases over usage due to the lockdown >>> everything in the stores should be coming back to normal ...
To me you are a prepper.There is a difference between prepping and hoarding. I'm a prepper, and have been for a long time. When everyone else was panicking, I was content. I've done my due diligence and stored food for years just for times such as these. Worked hard at it even. Lots of time and money invested to become as self-sufficient as possible. It built up over time. I did go out when this thing first hit, and topped off a few items. Been in self imposed lockdown, and have only gone out once, since then, mainly to get my dog more treats, and a few other items. After almost 6 weeks of eating solely out of my pantry, we're still in good shape.
If I'm a prepper, what is a hoarder?
To me you are a prepper.
To the masses you are a evil bas**d hoarder who is depriving their children of food and comfort.
Same coin different perspectives.
I believe this is why everyone who has any experience in prepping says "keep your mouth shut".
My problem is the word "hoarder" has such evil consequences. As a prepper you have done what the government has asked you to do. Make sure you can take care of yourself and others in a time of emergency. Then they come right back and call you a hoarder. It is almost like they are using us as a resource in times of need.
And that is why guns, knives, bows, anti-aircraft batteries, tanks, howitzers, cannons, etc are part of prepping too besides food.Yeah, it's crazy isn't it? People call me a hoarder because of what I have. Not my problem that they failed to do the same. Now, they want what I have, and get mad, because I won't share with them. They want "redistribution of MY wealth", which is classic Socialism. I don't care if it's an individual person or the government.
And that is why guns, knives, bows, anti-aircraft batteries, tanks, howitzers, cannons, etc are part of prepping too besides food.
It used to be called rape and pillage. Now it is called socialism.Yeah, it's crazy isn't it? People call me a hoarder because of what I have. Not my problem that they failed to do the same. Now, they want what I have, and get mad, because I won't share with them. They want "redistribution of MY wealth", which is classic Socialism. I don't care if it's an individual person or the government.
None of them understand the time and effort it took you to get to the point you are at. They simply see someone whom is better off and then begins the envy.Yeah, it's crazy isn't it? People call me a hoarder because of what I have. Not my problem that they failed to do the same. Now, they want what I have, and get mad, because I won't share with them. They want "redistribution of MY wealth", which is classic Socialism. I don't care if it's an individual person or the government.
The meat likely does not come from China but they do own the companies. Sometimes I buy from companies I don't like because occasionally there is little choice.I'm not surprised about Smithfield, I won't buy any more from them in the future and I never buy Tyson. The walmart ham I bought probably came from china too.
Judy
Did our weekly run yesterday and today I'm canning potatoes. Got about a 60lb box of Idaho potatoes and a 15 lb box of mushrooms at a local produce wholesaler. They'll sell to the public as long as you buy a case. Also picked up some fresh produce and a few odds and ends. We are as prepared as I can get us to stay home the next two weeks if we end up quarantined because of dh and ds' work.
I tried canning sweet corn one year. Did not like the way it canned at all. My understanding though is you need corn that has a lower sweet rating like dent corn. I'm trying growing corn again this year hoping for enough to put up, most likely in the freezer. If I don't grow enough I will go to a farmers market. This one here is open year round I believe, one of the only perks of living near a big city.Our farmer's markets haven't opened yet for the year. I plan to buy a couple of bushels of southern peas to can when they do. DS bought some last year from them, and they were great peas, locally grown. If I had room is my freezers, I would put an order in for some sweet corn. Mom buys 100 ears every year to put up in her freezer, but I just don't have the room, and I don't think it cans very well. I've never tried it, though. We like it better on the cob. I do so hope our farmer's markets have an abundance this year. I would like to visit them early and often.
I tried canning sweet corn one year. Did not like the way it canned at all. My understanding though is you need corn that has a lower sweet rating like dent corn. I'm trying growing corn again this year hoping for enough to put up, most likely in the freezer. If I don't grow enough I will go to a farmers market. This one here is open year round I believe, one of the only perks of living near a big city.