The commands we read in the Bible should be carefully understood before we attempt to apply them to our lives today. there is language and culture that is often lost when translated into any language other than the original. When we read about servants or slaves for instance, we often think about keeping slaves in chains but servitude was very much different in the Hebrew culture. If someone was unable to care for themselves or their family they had the option of serving for someone else. The one they served for was then responsible for providing them with everything they needed and care for them as they would a member of the family. Today in America, we call those people employees.
Resiliency Tip #005
Rechargable Battery Storage and Rotation
Something to consider when storing rechargable batteries for power tools or other applications is to not store your batteries fully charged. Lithium Ion chemistry in particualr does not like to be at a max voltage or low voltage states for long periods of time, and storing your batteries after fully charging them will actually shorten the lifspan of your batteries when done repeatedly, or even only once, as will storing them depleted. Instead, partially charge your batteries before long storage of more than a day without planned use. Ideally a charge between 40-80% is where lithium ion prefers to sit for long term.
Batteries also discharge slowly over time whether they are hooked up or not. Any batteries which are in storage should be checked regulary and charged to the ideal percentage if they drop below a 40% charge. A good maintenace plan is to check your rechargeable batteries every 3-6 months and charge as needed. This will keep them healthy so that in the case of an emergency, especially a prolonged one. They will serve you especially when replacements are not readily acquired or available.
Also, if you have multiple batteries of the same type or application, rotate your batteries with those in storage to ensure an even distribution of life between all your batteries. An easy way to track your batteries, is to simply put some painters tape on them and Mark the last charge time and charge length or percentage on the battery before putting in storage. This will make it easier to track which batteries should be rotated out next.
Consider an outlet timer in addition to your charger to control the length of time you charge your batteries for. Because charging is a passive action, if you set your timer to say 15 mins, and you get distracted you won't have to worry about overcharging them for storage.
While the examples above mainly reference power tool batteries, this can be utilized for any types of chemical batteries or appliances, for example radios/comm equipment, laptops, torches/flashlights, power bricks, e-bikes, ect...
Lastly be intentional about your appliance/battery type selection. The more overlap between battery types/sizes/chargers among your equipment the better. Having a standard allows for easier tracking and maintenance, as well as having the advantage of being able to power more things with less clutter and complexity. Some things may have adapters available for cross platform use, however be cautious as batteries are explosive and if adapted improperly might burn your house down.
Three in my delightfully weird family have stories in this one! 🤠
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Something I don't often see discussed in shtf scenarios, nor ever depicted in consumable media are enviromental toxins from decaying/damaged chemical infrastructure. I found a neat interactive map of areas in the us which are considered carnicogenicly contaminated from air pollution. A lot of the places listed are factories and plants. These are essentially no go/no grow zones if the grid was to go down or war break out. Some of these places may have huge storage inventories of highly toxic hazmat/hazwoper required response chemicals. These can seriously maim or kill you very eaisly/rapidly with minimal exposure.
Would be awesome if anyone could make an offline interactive version for download. Good to know what's around you were your at and also can help if you are looking for somewhere to move.
I would also like to find a map of all nuclear power plants and overlay it with wind direction map. In the event of a melt down you can reference whether you are in a danger zone. If anyone knows of one.
https://projects.propublica.org/toxmap/
I recently came across this individual on YouTube. Seems like a possible good source of information for foraging and medical plant uses. He also has videos on YouTube.
https://www.legacywildernessacademy.com/
Thought For Today: Wednesday, July 17
Maturity does not always come with age. Maturity is deeper than age. It is the way you see and understand things. The way you consider others. The way you communicate. The way you react. The things you value. The things you entertain. The way you represent yourself and others as a believer. Remember, everyone grows old, BUT not everyone is growing up.
I re-injured my dominant shoulder in jan during the three weeks of snow storms. I havent been able to control myself not to use it, so it hasnt healed much. I just started pt yesterday, but theyre still talking surgery, which means 6 weeks not using it at all, and not driving or taking care of myself up to six months. I ask you for encouragement and prayers that I can do the pt and avoid surgery. I have high confidence in my therapist. She fixed it 12 years ago, 8 years after the initial injury. She is not as hopeful this time because I have many little tears in the rotator cuff and other, ligament, connections. I started an nsaid which contains two nsaids Im highly allergic to and may cause another heart attack. I was having to increase the hydrocodone to two or three per day though. I have only taken the nsaid today, and the pain is tolerable as long as I dont try to do my second session of at home exercises for the day. I know some of you are wonderful prayer warriors! Thank you if you keep me in mind for the next six weeks at least. I trust Yah to heal me, I just dont know whats in store for the rest of the year. Shalom, and may Yah bless you!
"A wicked man is an abomination to the just"
Pr 29
If you're feeling disconnected from politics and our leaders, it's probably God trying to tell you something.
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