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Dated: the Future
Hiya ****
Man I got the surprise of my life this morning and turned on the TV – the news channel was reporting some serious riots in the large cities. Apparently the government is holding an emergency meeting to deal with the ECU, India, China and Russia who are no longer going to recognize the U.S. dollar. Anyway, the Feds have declared a bank holiday and will remain closed until further notice.
Well, you know me, my first thought was to check my food supplies; did not look that good. Sooo, into my car to go to the store and found everyone on the road. Traffic jams and a couple of accidents. No traffic controls – no cops in sight.
I got to the store and it was a mob-scene with people running out with anything edible. The checkouts were just empty and I heard what sounded like gunshots in the pharmacy area. No police in sight!! This was just too crazy so I headed for home.
It occurred me that I was a little low on gas so, after an hour in line, pulled up to the pump. An armed guy asked me to pay in advance so when I pulled out my wallet he said “No U.S currency, gold or silver only”. I reminded him that he was legally required to accept dollars. He just looked at me and pulled out his gun; motioned me to go. He was very firm and threatening so I went toward home.
When I got there some of my friends and neighbors were standing around. They said they were forming a neighborhood committee to pool food and gas until things could get back to normal. I stalled; I have a pretty good supply of food but was thinking ahead to how long I could last. They were very unhappy with my reticence but finally left. I had a very uneasy feeling that the next visit they were going to be carrying guns.
So, the TV and electricity is not working, water pressure is falling. I’m organizing (and hiding)) my food. I have checked my guns, just in case things get really bad. One reason I’m emailing you (hoping you get this) is that I recall you were stashing food at your place. I’m hoping that you will invite me up to visit and we can work on surviving this. One thing, my sister and her four kids will be coming with me, if that’s OK. I know that I can rely on you, old friend!!