Couples and Families to Plan and Prep together

[thevalueman]

The BEST made plans are over the instant first bullet is fired....I'm just say'n...

 

[SLEDGE]

Hello all , just found this group. Looking forward to joining along

 

[EducatedHelp]

I started a new thread about potentially forming a group of like-minded (i.e., Group 3 AND Group 4) individuals and families to develop a (mostly) self-sustaining community in the country of Panama.

Group Purchase Opportunity for a Community in Panama – Interest Check

Hello everyone, I am exploring the possibility of organizing a group purchase of land in Panama to develop a community aimed at those interested in vacation homes, bug-out spots, investment opportunities, or retirement options. Here are some key points and benefits of this initiative: 1...

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[glocker]

Group 5: people with herpes that partake in masquerade style orgies….

 

[EducatedHelp]

Group 5: people with herpes that partake in masquerade style orgies….

I think Groups 3 & 4 will suffice.

 

[glocker]

I think Groups 3 & 4 will suffice.

Oh , ok thanks. I will start my own group. “ people that understand the concept of ball room orgies” must submit wife pics.

 

[greg vess]

Group 5: people with herpes that partake in masquerade style orgies….

Where in the hell did you grab that out of? This comment is sick and unreal but I love it!

 

[LawMan567]

All hail the_great_white , founder and Supreme Leader of G4!

 

[lostchild]

Is this the longest running thread on ODT?
It’s probably out-lived some of the early posters.

 

[EducatedHelp]

See, I read this differently... The Y2K preppers found out that it wasn't a big deal... then 12 years later someone started this thread about preparing for the next doom's day... now its 12 years later and here we still are... no apocalypse... Fast forward another 12 years and the folks here forecasting the end of times will find that in 12 years, still no end of the world...

I guess it never hurts to be prepared, but at some point, don't you(not you personally) start to feel like those religious zealots who every few years go up to the top of the hill and prepare for the rapture... and then 12:01 rolls around as they sit there confused, and mumble something about "Maybe Carl got the date wrong again" and they vow to return in 5 years... Over, and over... lol

I appreciate your thoughts, and you bring up a valid point about the balance between preparedness and the prediction of dire outcomes that never materialize. It's true, the big crises like Y2K have come and gone without the apocalyptic consequences some anticipated. However, I see our form of preparedness not as waiting for an end but as a way to enhance our daily lives through better readiness for any lesser emergency that is much more likely to occur—like natural disasters, power outages, or even personal financial crises.

The philosophy here isn't about fearing an apocalypse but rather about adopting a lifestyle that values self-reliance and readiness, which can provide peace of mind and practical benefits. Whether it's having backup power during a storm or extra supplies during unexpected global events, the goal is to not be caught unprepared.

The analogy to religious zealots is humorous and taken in good spirit. Yet, I think there's a distinct difference in preparing logically for probable scenarios versus awaiting a prophesied event without question.