[Patty55]

Originally Posted by Lauren Sweeny

Why leave TV ? Here are my reasons. First my heart would go out to all the unprepared persons,the sick, handicapped , elderly in-firmed etc.These folks would be looking for someone or somewhere to get help and resources in any type if emergency or disaster situation.
Considering the emergency is long term , ( meaning reality ) these people will be relying on government, FEMA and the Red Cross to come help. We saw what happened during Katrina and in Sandy. Here in TV we would hope and expect our friends and neighbors to pitch in to help BUT only so much goes so far .....what then ? Chaos,hunger death, remember Katrina?
Better to take care of yourself and immediate family needs and get to a a more private/ secure place where your group can maintain a bit of control of your people,supplies and resources.
It is inevitable ( probable) that in the near future ; some biological ( either by act of nature or intended dispersal) pandemic will effect the major population areas . The weather patterns have radically changed and data suggest will continue to do so for several years, It indicates weather pattern changes, higher tides, increased drought , severe lightening and hail,tornadoes,hurricanes all changing in strength and duration. Radiation from the sun has also gained more strength with pockets in our atmosphere showing up more frequently and stronger in intensity. ( burning up birds recently). I do not even want to go to EMP from sun or elsewhere,meteors off trajectory, Plum Island escapees,terrorists, ..get the sad picture. This is not something to dwell on but a fact of the age we live in ...this is going on outside our TV bubble folks! What will you do ....drink wine and laugh?
Do not coming looking for those of us who are prepared...Remember Esops fable about the ant and the grasshopper...so be it....I wish you all the best with you decisions!

Major population area? That's not us.

I don't think it matters how much you stockpile, if a real situation happens it won't be enough. Katrina & Sandy? There was plenty of warning, people were told to evacuate and chose not to. They then added to the problem by having to have their sorry ash selves rescued.

I believe that in times of crisis the good in people comes out. Saw it after 911, people pulled together and helped one another.

Instead of hoarding, drama and panic I like to think that people will pool their resources and get through it the best they can. While they're at it maybe they'll feel a little charitable toward the people who will be flocking here from South Florida.

You just have to believe in the Rule of Abundance. If you have wine, share it.