69% would not be my ideal but it did not take into consideration that we own our vehicles and grow our own meat (pigs, chickens, hunt for deer). It just hit on some of the basics. We have several areas of improvement but all in all, I think we are better than most.
You Are 69% Likely to Survive Another Great Depression
Even though you may not be expecting the worst, you're the type of person who prepares for the worst.
You live a relatively modest life. You don't overspend, and you aren't very materialistic.
You are also quite self sufficient and independent. You have many useful skills.
You can take care of yourself and those you love... which is crucial to surviving another Great Depression.
And here are my answers and comments:
How much credit card debt do you have?
We have a small amount of credit card debt and hope to pay it off shortly in light of the current economy.
Are you employed?
My husband works full time and I work full time around my home.
Do you have an emergency fund?
Do you own a home?
We have a mortgage with very little equity.
Do you know how to build a fire?
We do know how to build a fire.
Do you have any silver or gold?
We have gold and silver jewelry and coins.
How much non perishable food do you have?
I have a stockpile of food but not enough to last more than a month or so. I need to work on this, as well.
How much do you rely on prepackaged foods?
I make just about everything from scratch and what I don't make, I could.
Do you grow your own food?
I grow a decent size garden and could probably give it away but can it instead.
Can you get around to shops and work by bike, public transportation, or walking?
We live in a VERY rural area and drive everywhere. However, we do have horses if worse came to worse.LOL
How much of your salary do you spend each week?
I would say we spend around 90% of what we make and really need to work on this area!!
Can you easily go without extras like cable tv and restaurant meals?
We do not have cable or sattelite and we very rarely eat out.
How is your health?
We are in good health but my husband and I both would love to lose a little weight.
Do you own a weapon?
We have several guns and ammo.
What describes the area you live in?
VERY, VERY, rural country. Like 20 minutes to a small town.
What sort of climate do you live in?
This one is funny, as we live in Ms. It is hot for about 9 months out of the year and the winters are mild. It's perfect for gardening.LOL
Do you trust and know your neighbors?
We have great neighbors!!
Do you know how to use tools and fix things?
Yes, my husband can do just about anything and I'm pretty handy on occassion.
Compared to most people, how much stuff do you have?
Are you good at entertaining yourself if the electricity is out?
We love to read and play board games, so I think we would be fine in this area. We love oil lamps.LOL
I rarely get the chance to post here anymore but love to visit and read all of my old stomping grounds. I found this poem recently and even placed it in my sidebar at my other blog. I love it and find it very profound and even though the words were written in the 1800's, they still apply to my life today.
Stay, stay at home, my heart, and rest;
Home-keeping hearts are happiest,
For those that wander they know not where
Are full of trouble and full of care;
To stay at home is best.
Weary and homesick and distressed,
They wander east, they wander west,
And are baffled and beaten and blown about
By the winds of the wilderness of doubt;
To stay at home is best.
Then stay at home, my heart, and rest;
The bird is safest in its nest;
O'er all that flutter their wings and fly
A hawk is hovering in the sky;
To stay at home is best.
I thought this might be a great opportunity to share the following clip.
It is a clip of a guy/missionary speaking to a youth conference in Montgomery, Al. I will tell you that it is LONG. However, my family watched it last night and it is so powerful you don't even realize that it is that long. I hope you watch it and enjoy it.
We live in Ms. and the first presidential debate is Friday here in Ms. I have given the topic of this election a great deal of thought. I have come to the conclusion that neither of these men are who I would want for the next president. However, I do think America is falling under judgement and we are getting what we deserve for turning so blatantly against God. I agree with just about everything Sarah Palin stands for but does that mean she is right for our country as Vice President. Does that mean that God's Word is not God's Word? Do we compromise? I still do not know what I will do come Nov. but I am pondering on this topic heavily. I realize that Obama and his liberal agenda could just put us farther and farther into the pit of sin. It's a very slippery slope we are on. I think we need to be on our knees daily.
First and foremost I am a redeemed by grace follower of the Lord Jesus Christ, my saviour. I am also the wife of my wonderful DH of 18+ years and the mother to my 3 DC, ages 16, 14, and 11, who we homeschool. This is where I will chronicle our daily adventures and my walk with the Lord.
“I want to know one thing,” said John Wesley, “—the way to heaven: how to land safe on that happy shore. God himself has condescended to teach the way. He hath written it down in a book. O give me that book! At any price, give me the book of God! I have it: here is knowledge enough for me. Let me be a man of one book.”
