Matthew Mark - Dark Days Rough Roads

Still, there was no major military movement from the bases, and no federal mobilization of FEMA, DHS or any other agency. There was actually very little from the government in the form of communications. Haliday went over his notes again. He made some radio calls across the U.S. and got some more answers. He heard information from some other countries as well. He started piecing more together.

It all made more sense now. He had heard bits and pieces, but it was clearer now. He never thought this would have happened. He called the group together for a meeting. This is what he said. “We all know the SHTF. I think I know who took the dump and I think I know who turned the fan on high. There’s a lot of manure being spread around. I don’t think spring is going to be bright and cheerful.

“It seems we have a civil war here in the U.S. Not north versus south, but large groups comprised of the military, the government and some other group calling themselves the Constitution Restoration Army. Right now with all of the propaganda, we don’t know who is with whom, or who is good or bad. Not sure which of them popped the nukes or EMP’s over our own country to cripple us, but we’ll find out eventually. We have a lot of work to do people. I have a feeling we aren’t out of the woods yet.”

Although this is a work of fiction, it is meant to demonstrate how easily the world we live in can be impacted by those events which we can not control. This is not to show you what will happen, but instead it is meant to show you what can happen. The trigger event depicted here has become far too real of a threat in today’s technological age. There also exists, however, far too many events that could occur with the same basic ending result.

The actions of the characters in this story may seem far reaching to most. What we need to ask ourselves before judging these actions is a simple question. What will you do to ensure the safety, security and survival of you and your family? When mass disasters occur it is true that the best in people will shine through. It is unfortunate, however that others will use the opportunity to show their worst.

Religious faiths around the globe teach preparedness to one extent or another. From a few simple days to a year or more. The government suggests food, water, shelter and first aid supplies for a minimum of three days for each person in a household; pets included. Disasters of all magnitudes can happen within seconds. Are you ready?

Matthew D. Mark was born and raised in Michigan, is a U.S. Army veteran, former police officer and has worked in private security. He has instructed in self defense, chemical deterrent and force continuum. He enjoys his family, outdoor activities and firearms as his main hobbies.

This is a work of fiction. All of the characters, businesses, organizations and events contained in this work are all a product of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously.

Dark Days Rough Roads

Copyright © 2013 by Matthew D. Mark

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ISBN Info:

Hard Cover: 978-0-9890045-2-7

Soft Cover 2nd Edition: 978-0-9890045-4-1

E-Book: 978-0-9890045-0-3