Afraid To Travel
I’ve recently developed a fear of travel. No, I’m not afraid of flying or anything. I used to work a job that required me flying every single week, so that isn’t the issue. The concern that has developed is a major disaster happening while I’m away from my family.
For example, my wife and I are traveling from Florida to Alaska later this year. We have a little girl that we are leaving behind with her grandparents. What if the transportation grid completely goes down while we’re away? This is a thought that keeps me up at night. It’s one thing to be unable to drive home from work and have to walk 10 miles, but Alaska to Florida? It’s nearly impossible.
Thus is the mentality and thought process of someone who has recently awakened to the dangers and realities of our world. Sometimes I wish I didn’t wake up. To plan for such risks takes well thought out plans. Communication with family members is crucial. If I’m away and something happens, there should be a clear plan in place in order what to do and where to meet in case transportation and/or communication is down.
Putting plans in writing for various emergencies is a big task that I need to take care of with my family. There should be a clear understanding of what to do for a range of emergencies that could happen. This is hugely important.
Yep! Being awake is definitely a burden. But, just prepare the best you can. You can’t live your life in fear. You can, however, live your life in caution. My biggest fear is being caught in that situation unarmed. There is chaos all around and my 9mm and two 15 round clips are locked in the safe at home instead of resting comfortably on my hip. But, I don’t travel and won’t if I can get out of it. If I do travel for pleasure it is to places where I can survive.
My resources are on my 30 acres, 15 miles outside of the nearest town of any size. If I had to travel, I would deal with it, but my carryon might be kind of heavy. (disassembled sidearm?)