Absolutely agree, hygiene supplies are so easy to overlook but become critical fast—especially in situations where infection risk jumps. I always include a few bars of plain soap, extra toothbrushes, and a pack of those travel-sized washcloths (the kind that expand with water) in every kit. Funny enough, one thing I almost never see mentioned is a small mirror. Not only is it useful for signaling, but also for checking injuries, removing splinters, or anything that’s tough to see without a second set of eyes.
Another overlooked item in my experience is sturdy gloves. After a lifetime pulling weeds and handling rough gardening tools, I know how quick your hands can get cut up. In a long-term emergency, that’s a real liability.
Curious—does anyone have a favorite method for managing waste if plumbing goes out? I’ve researched a few bucket systems but would love to hear what actually works for folks in practice.
