What Preppers AREN’T Talking About!

[@resurrectionsunday4164]

Books, books , books. Especially how to books with good color illustrations. I had to get rid of an entire library to make room for my husband when we got married and I regret it all the time. I m not a quick learner and need to read things over and over but with books its all possible.

[@harmonhomestead7434]

Yes! Especially DIY books! Very good idea! Thank you! 😊 👍

[@defendressofsan8948]

💯💯💯💯 getting several hand copies of keto cookbooks to do this too!

[@EmilyCampbell-p1q]

Sewing by hand, crochet , puzzles, board games coloring books

[@harmonhomestead7434]

Yes, thanks for the ideas! I forgot crocheting. I do a good bit of that in the winter. Thank you!! 😊

[@brendajessup9722]

I’m one of those people who lives alone… Grandkids are too busy to visit. No family ever stops by… I try to stay active, yet if I do anything around my home. I have to be very careful to not get hurt… Just yesterday, watering my garden… I had a snake just pop up beside me. No hoe in hand or anything 😳 After yrs of loneliness, you get use to being alone. I talk to JESUS a lot ☺️ I have a Dog & lots of KZbinrs, like yourself !!! With out a phone, it would be difficult… We will manage though !!! We’ve gotten too reliant on our devices… Yrs ago people only visited once or twice a yr. My Bible is always here & I Pray this Country can get back to basic necessities… Love your Channel 🥰 Until the next one 😉💞🇺🇸

[@harmonhomestead7434]

Keeping the Bible open and talking to Jesus keeps us all comforted! ❤️❤️ thank you! 😊

[@brendajessup9722]

@@harmonhomestead7434 Yes 🥰

[@bobortiz4704]

We've got a hand crank radio! We have board games, books and comic books, old ways book that has recipes and all kinds of thing's! Think even some forging!! If electric is out we will be using our grill and cast iron pan and also my cast iron dutch oven!! Also a deck of cards for solitaire and work books that have hidden words that you find!! Thanks for making think what have!! Stay Safe and God Bless!! Janell❤

[@harmonhomestead7434]

Yes, very good ideas! Cooking will keep you busy. Love the card idea as well! Thank you and God bless! ❤️👍

[@DanasGardenRetreat]

Reading again after years of being too Busy has been like visiting an old friend I haven’t seen in awhile

[@harmonhomestead7434]

Reading is such a beautiful thing! It is hard to make time to read on so many days, so I understand! 😊👍

[@glendabyford8074]

Don’t forget things like crochet and hand sewing.. these things will also help keep your hands busy and also at the end you can have something useful.. coloring books and crayons are also a wonderful thing to help you escape

[@harmonhomestead7434]

Yes! Very good ideas! 💡👍😊

[@ChurnDashFarm]

I love the idea of music! Get a hymnal and sing. Sewing, knitting, crocheting, quilting.

[@harmonhomestead7434]

Yes! Our church gave away about 50 hymnals that were “old”. I took every one of them. It’s amazing what people give away just because it’s a little worn.

[@glendabyford8074]

Here in north Alabama one thing I learned years ago was prepare for no power etc.. I had five kids at home when the hurricane came thru and took our power for a week… we kept things going by having puzzles, books, etc… Fast forward during c… I have cancer and an auto immune deficiency. I couldn’t leave the house… it was an eye opener… my kids all work in the medical field between nursing homes and fire departments.. they were around so many people that they couldn’t come and by except for they would stand on the porch and talk to me thru the window.. it was so hard… I am a stay at home wife.. it’s just me and my husband now.. no matter how prepared you think you are for this it will affect you. To this point I still have panic attacks when I am out and about.. with my medical issues I have to wear a mask and you would be surprised at how rude people can be when they see that mask…

[@harmonhomestead7434]

Yes, great point about puzzles and games! My husband and I love scrabble. Prayers being sent for you! Thank you! 🙏🏻 ❤️❤️

[@RabbitHole-xyz]

Right on Young Lady. Your parents raised you well. Love the copper jello molds

[@harmonhomestead7434]

Thank you so much! ❤️👍

[@55dennie]

I live on a small 4 acre homestead. I have lived alone since my Kristi passed over 10 years ago. Other than missing her with all of my heart, I am very happy here alone.

[@harmonhomestead7434]

I’m so sorry, but glad you are content. 👍

[@Gigi-ty2jy]

You hit the nail on the head. I'm one of those new faces and ever so glad to have found this community. We moved to our homestead four years ago. I am a bit of a homebody so I thought this would be a piece of cake. I love to sew and craft and knit and crochet. I love tending to the animals. After 27 years with one company, my husband was looking for another job. He ended up accepting a position with a company that has him traveling and gone 4-6 weeks at a time. There have been times we lost cell service out here due to storms, etc. It's no easy task being alone and touch deprivation is a real thing. I'm a hugger. 😂 We intentionally chose the no TV route and I don't miss it. Don't have time for it anyway. Quiet and solitude - well, that's great in moderation. Everybody needs someone to talk to and an occasional hug...and snagging a free piano would be awesome.

[@harmonhomestead7434]

I agree! Thank you! 😊 👍

[@Offgridlivin]

Hubby and myself were talking this afternoon that as kids,if mom ran out of eggs,flour,sugar,etc.she would send me to a neighbor lady with a measuring cup and ask to borrow flour or sugar. It was no problem,the women in our little subdivision did that all the time. These days,people would think you were goofy doing that.

[@harmonhomestead7434]

Yes!! That’s the truth. We’ve isolated ourselves somehow as a society but we want to stay connected through social media. Such a change! 👍

[@DanasGardenRetreat]

I still do that but my neighbors are older and I know they understand the old ways. 😂my son : please don’t send me to the other neighbors for eggs 😊

[@1Melody1963]

I have neighbors that think it’s goofy when I take them free veggies from my garden. (?!) So I don’t do that anymore.😢

[@DanasGardenRetreat]

@@1Melody1963 these younger generations are so antisocial

[@1Melody1963]

You bring up a very important point. Looking back to the lockdowns that happened during the virus, I was delighted to just stay home. My husband and kids-not so much. Figuring out how to keep everyone happy was definitely a challenge.

[@harmonhomestead7434]

Yes! I can relate!

[@sherriruiz339]

Where we live(Idaho) we have a few good neighbors and we are so grateful because they keep an eye on our place and we do theirs and when we have needed help, they have been there. Things are so crazy in this world and I am so glad you brought up this topic and also it is a good reminder of the main things. Showing each other kindness, love and understanding. My husband and I have said this many times. That, if and when the grid goes down , there is going to be so many people, young and old, who are not going to know what to do with themselves without having a phone...Cell phones are convenient, but things have definately gotten way out of hand....God bless you and your husband dear. And thank you for all your doing to help. I love your channel...Sherri-Payette Idaho

[@harmonhomestead7434]

That’s awesome about having trusted neighbors! So needed in such difficult times. And yes, cell phones will be the downfall of so much. Thank you and God bless! 🙏🏻❤️

[@freesianlover]

We have been in the mid 90s and high humidity but yesterday was 75. So nice - the break in heat was wonderful! Good point about lack of communication and connection!! Thank you

[@harmonhomestead7434]

75… we’re dreaming for that down here! 94 today, no break in sight. Thank you! 😊 👍

[@rustyandjewel]

You're right😊 i watch several homesteading or "prepping" channels and ive never heard any of them talk about this. It is huge. We were stuck for 5 days during a historic flood in 2011. We were not dependent on social media back then. AM radio a local station was the only way we could get news of what was happening. They even had to set up temporary location because of the flood. Keep up the food work!

[@harmonhomestead7434]

Thanks so much! I try to talk about things “off the wall”, but in reality they usually are just the basic problems everyone may encounter at some point instead of just “buy buy buy, stock up stock up stock up”. ❤️👍glad y’all were okay during that flood!

[@kendaldee]

BIIBLE.....there's always something new and provides much comfort and learning. Blessings

[@harmonhomestead7434]

Yes! Amen! 🙏🏻

[@Hydrahandle7]

This video is so honest, very true and powerful! I'm totally tracking you.. I understand.

[@harmonhomestead7434]

Thanks so much! 😊👍

[@billhayward1585]

that was a good topic, which I haven't heard on other Prepper channels. Try getting a land line. It will work when the power goes out. Do daily exercise, walk in the morning, it usually sets me up for a happy day. I enjoyed finding your channel.

[@harmonhomestead7434]

Good ideas! Thanks so much and welcome!🤗

[@dawnjj]

I've downloaded music and movies and shows on to a sd card to listen to and watch. I've also got books, art supplies and adult coloring books. All I need is power to enjoy the the downloads and I'll have power.

[@harmonhomestead7434]

Very good! 👍

[@jeffhuntley2921]

I don’t have enough hours in a day as it is. I’m assuming I’ll keep busy but I’ve got books. Rona did make me not want to interact with society

[@harmonhomestead7434]

That’s good to stay busy! 👍

[@packy0462]

We live in such a me moment! A few thinks is buying an inexpensive Bafeng radio for one. Yes we need to have build our community and villages back, my go to would be my book collection. I have well over 800 books, from all genre a few dating back to 1722. I so enjoy buying old things and restoring them.

[@harmonhomestead7434]

That’s awesome! 👏

[@Atlantichomesteader]

I did think of this because of 2020. I have 3 teens. I have been preparing to keep us all busy. My house is full of crafts, art supplies, yarn, crossword puzzles, cards, puzzles, many many different types of things to do. I also have many hand tools (no power needed). We are homesteaders too. I feel prepared mentally too. However I know I will be the one my kids lean on so I need to be strong for them.

[@harmonhomestead7434]

Awesome! 👏

[@Kathy-f3i]

I dont play an instrument or have any talent but i have thought about picking up an old guitar, harmonica, banjo...,🤷. Seems like in the old days families entertained themselves a lot with music.

[@harmonhomestead7434]

Yes! Our family was very musical. Every family photo prior to the 50s on one side of our family had someone at a piano or holding a banjo. I am self taught on the banjo, mandolin, and guitar. It is extremely easy. Try to get Hal Leonard’s beginner guides for whichever instrument you choose, and I promise you will learn. I took almost a decade of piano lessons, and I can’t remember a thing, and I still don’t play very well. But with these self taught books, I’m able to play and have fun.

[@KarenLevy-e5w]

Reading, researching future projects, friendship with animals and nature... Keeping a journal to chronical what is happening. These are some things I would do.

[@harmonhomestead7434]

Read read read! ❤️ good ideas!

[@joshrice5894]

You brought up alot of good points and good things to think about I just love like minded people with common sense I am secluded out on our farm and I get to feeling that same way when I get around people again GOD Bless You Guys

[@harmonhomestead7434]

Yes, I think it’s very common among homesteaders and farmers. We’ve secluded ourselves but still need that human connection. Glad it’s not just me! 😊👍

[@cucvfarmer]

Good video. Its be mentioned in the comments books. Also if you have a way to charge batteries is Ham Radio. Just with a Technician and General Licence you can talk long distance.

[@harmonhomestead7434]

Thank you! Good ideas! ❤️😊

[@jamesbutler6623]

Good Stuff

[@stephaniegee227]

Good talk!!

[@harmonhomestead7434]

Thank you! 😊 👍

[@sandyguerrero804]

Tractor supply has excellent instructional books on multiple subjects. I have at least six of those books for “just in case”. I have no doubt that our infrastructure will be targeted, including our Internet, and we will be sitting at the house and not able to communicate or get outside information. I feel very sorry for the city dwellers. Those people will suffer the most. I too have a musical instrument that I enjoy playing.

[@harmonhomestead7434]

Awesome! Good ideas! 👏

[@gregschoonover8352]

Can worry add 1 cubit to your stature?

[@harmonhomestead7434]

No, that was not my intentions. Just trying to help others that may be worrying themselves.

[@rachelkelly512]

This mat sound silly but I plan to do science experiments. Remember when we were younger and science class was fun? Will also remind me of the basics of nature

[@harmonhomestead7434]

That sounds interesting! Good idea! 👍

[@taladepth7860]

keeping a journal

[@harmonhomestead7434]

Yes! Very good idea!

[@annettenepple449]

Board games, if you're not alone,deck of cards,books,make journals,coloring books,paints. School supplies are on sale, cheep, right now.

[@harmonhomestead7434]

Yes! Very good ideas!

[@sheilababineaux488]

Don’t forget all of our fancy cars run by computer so no transportation either. ❤❤

[@harmonhomestead7434]

Yes! So true! 👍👏

[@reginafetty6374]

Bicycles are a good source of transportation as well as walking if you are able. It gets the happy endorsing flowing. You can always start the exercise program you have been putting off.

[@honeybadger6127]

I think incorporating "pampering" and "comfort items" and "entertainment" is absolutely a necessity... if for any other reasons, because you will have little ones that will love the distraction.

[@harmonhomestead7434]

Yes I agree! ☝️

[@justbychance7012]

I live out away from people. I don't interact much with others. Haven't for years. No one wants to and the few times i tried they couldn't be trusted. So I'm fine alone. I have family out of state that enough for me. My animals and Jesus. I do find hobbies and projects to do around home. We don't even go to church. No good ones near us.

[@harmonhomestead7434]

I understand! I have found some online sermons from around the US that I really enjoyed. It made me feel like I was there in the audience, but mainly I was hearing The Word. But I do agree, once you strike out on your own and homestead, many people think that your way of life doesn’t mesh with theirs so it’s a social split.

[@Usmcar15682]

Overall, humans are social creatures. That’s why hermits are considered abnormal

[@harmonhomestead7434]

I agree!