When I lived in the midwest I used to be the one that was "always prepaired for everthing." Then I moved to NYC and fell off badly thinking that everything I want is at my finger tips. Anything in the world to eat or drink is only a few blocks away. Everything you need as far as the phone.<br><br>Then 9/11 was a big wake up call! I quickly realized that I may, at any time (even living in the center of the universe) be forced to rely only on what I know and what I have on me. And mabey for an indefinate amount of time. <br><br>I am quickly reverting back to my old ways and this site has been helping me. Fortunately, knowledge will give you a greater edge than any knife you may carry.