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Author: Gaye Levy

I grew up and attended school in the Greater Seattle area. After spending many years as an executive in the software industry, I started a specialized accounting practice offering contract CFO work to emerging high tech and service industries. Awhile back I abandoned city life and moved to a serenely beautiful rural area on on San Juan Island in NW Washington State.

These days I call Arizona home and am actively pursuing the purchase of a mountain retreat along the Mogollon Rim.

As you may have noticed, I am a bit of a glamourista but hope you do not hold that against. me. My bug out bag includes makeup and other items to make me look and feel good if SHTF.
Why You Should Store Wheat for Survival

Why You Should Store Wheat for Survival

Looking for a reasonably priced, long-term storage food that is versatile and delicious? Here are some great reasons to store wheat.

What to Do If You Are In the Middle of An Active Shooting

What to Do If You Are In the Middle of An Active Shooting

None of us wants to be a victim. In this special report from Joe Alton, learn strategies you need to know if you are in the middle of an active shooting situation.

11 Ways to Prepare Your Family for Survival

11 Ways to Prepare Your Family for Survival

For the past year, my friend, Linda Loosli, has been working night and day on a major opus: Prepare Your Family for Survival. I have been following her progress in our weekly chats and was lucky enough to learn of the details early on. I knew in my heart that this was going to be huge and it is. In this article I share my own 11 ways to prepare your family for survival plus a heads-up on Linda’s new book. Hint: it is fantastic!

4 Amazing Skincare Products To Make Using Essential Oils

4 Amazing Skincare Products To Make Using Essential Oils

When it comes to skincare products, the sky is the limit cost-wise. Why not make your own using pure, natural ingredients with names you can pronounce. Whether you make them for yourself or for gift giving, here are 4 amazing skincare products to make using essential oils.

Simple Comforts: How and Why You Should Make Your Own Bread

Simple Comforts: How and Why You Should Make Your Own Bread

When you think of homemade goodness and simple comforts, you think of bread. Learn how and why you should make your own bread. Recipe included!

What You Need to Know About Eating Expired Food

What You Need to Know About Eating Expired Food

Nearly everyone has discovered some expired food lurking in the back of their pantry. But do you have to throw it out? Maybe not. Here is what you need to know.

How Not to Be a Victim and Survive A Terrorist Attack

How Not to Be a Victim and Survive A Terrorist Attack

The horrific tragedy in Paris in early November of 2015 reminds us that we need to stay alert and on guard. Learn how not to be a victim and survive a terrorist attack.

Prepper Book Festival 10: Lights Out by Ted Koppel

Prepper Book Festival 10: Lights Out by Ted Koppel

On more than one occasion, I have suggested that our greatest risk is that of an EMP, whether caused by natural events or a cyberattack.  Regardless of its source, experts…

A Guide to Building the Perfect Bug Out Bag

A Guide to Building the Perfect Bug Out Bag

Is your bug out bag a mess? Mine was! Learn how to build your own perfect bug out bag by first coming to terms with your risks and your needs. Here is a list of items I put into my all-new, road worthy kit. The best part is that it weighs less than 20 pounds!

25 Natural Remedies For Diabetes

25 Natural Remedies For Diabetes

If the time comes when insulin and other medicine is in short supply, many will suffer. Here are 25 natural remedies for diabetes to consider stockpiling for a SHFT scenario.

The Conundrum of Bugging Out and What To Do About It

The Conundrum of Bugging Out and What To Do About It

Have you struggled with the concept of bugging out? Read about the conundrum of bugging out and realize that with some basic risk assessment and planning, you can avoid most of the risks. That said, bugging in will always be my preference!

The Best Practices for Using Mylar Bags

The Best Practices for Using Mylar Bags

Confused about the steps to take when sealing food in Mylar bags? Learn the best practices for using Mylar bags and oxygen absorbers to store bulk foods. It is not as difficult as you might think.

7 Herbal Remedies You Should Have In Your Arsenal

7 Herbal Remedies You Should Have In Your Arsenal

With Winter right about the corner, it is time to begin to focus upon building up an arsenal of remedies to get us through the cold and flu season.  Not…

Prepper Book Festival 10: The Best New Books to Help You Prepare

Prepper Book Festival 10: The Best New Books to Help You Prepare

It is with great pleasure that I introduce you to the books that were selected for the Backdoor Survival Prepper Book Festival #10.  My gosh, what a line-up.  For the…

9 Best Essential Oils for Your Survival Kit

9 Best Essential Oils for Your Survival Kit

What are the best essential oils to store for the long term? Learn about the 9 best essential oils for your survival kit and the top 4 ways to use them.

The 10 Personality Traits of Successful Survivalists

The 10 Personality Traits of Successful Survivalists

Most preppers have more in common than you think. Many share the same traits including these ten traits of successful survivalists. Can you think of more?