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Sterile dressings in bags for storage

Making Reusable Sterile Dressings

We have found that when there is a need for gauze pads, sterile dressings, and bandaging materials, we don’t usually have enough. Even when we think we have plenty stored, we end up not having enough. What if you found…

Small plastic tote filled with children's medicine

Kid Medicines

Children need child-size doses of over-the-counter medicines. In preparation for stocking a vacation home I asked some of my children what medicines they like to have on hand for their littler kids. Here is a list of things they include:…

Six ways to be more prepared - finances, food storage, education, diet, exercise, cleanliness

National Preparedness Month 2026

Since 2004, September has been designated National Preparedness Month. Established because of the events of 9/11, it is a national campaign to encourage Americans to be ready for disasters. It is typically a month to focus on emergency plans and…

American Beautyberry or French Mulberry bush with ripening berries

Insect Repellants

If you are uncomfortable with using insect repellents laden with man-made chemicals, there are natural options available to purchase and to make. Herbal repellents are usually kinder to your skin but make sure your skin isn’t sensitive to them before…

A homemade "Gatorade" kit in a quart canning jar

Homemade Sports Drinks

My homemade “Gatorade” has gotten us through many hot days working in the yard. Drinking it makes a big difference in how long we are able to work. We know we need it when we can’t taste the salt. It’s…

A collapsed disposable vomit bag

Road Trip Bags

It’s that time of year when families make road trips. Most families have at least one member (either adult or child) that has a problem with motion sickness. Add to that, eating the wrong thing (or too much of a…

Beaumaris Castle, Anglesey, Wales

Review Your Defenses

After the Welsh revolt of 1294-1295, the English reviewed the defenses of their castles in Wales, made changes and even built another castle (Beaumaris Castle).  At Harlech Castle, new defense walls were built on the north and west sides of…

Canned, home canned, dried, and freeze-dried foods that are good sources of Vitamin A

Vitamin A Foods for Storage

Long-term storage foods, with only a few exceptions, do not contain either Vitamin C or Vitamin A. Vitamin C was addressed in February. Now it’s time to take a look at Vitamin A. Vitamin A• Supports eye health• Contributes to…

Canned foods that are good sources of vitamin C

Vitamin C and Food Storage

Oranges were rationed in England during World War II. They were supposed to go to the children, but Vitamin C deficiencies will be manifest in all ages, so they were often given to adults, too. Vitamin C• Aids healing• Improves…