Because preparedness simplified is more achievable
Because preparedness simplified is more achievable
The document below was produced by the U. S. Department of Agriculture during World War I and was used through World War II. Attitudes of self-reliance sure have changed on all levels since then and not for the better, unfortunately.…
Teaching your family self-reliance and preparedness skills is a great activity for Home Evening. Many ideas and helps can be found at Ready Kids on Ready.gov. They include games, checklists, and other resources. “What If? For Kids” is another way…
(Information below courtesy of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration – NOAA) The best time to prepare is before hurricane season begins. Avoid having to rush through potentially life-saving preparations by waiting until it’s too late. Get your disaster supplies…
Your pets need to be considered in your preparedness plans just like all your other family members. They need an emergency kit and a place to go during an emergency or disaster. Not all shelters will accept pets so plan…
(Information below courtesy of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration – NOAA) Find out today what types of wind and water hazards could happen where you live. Hurricanes are not just a coastal problem. Impacts from wind and water can…
(This essay was originally published 21 May 2015. The principles are the same and the photos still applicable. The current prices will be even more than those written below. The $200 to $250 is now more like $325 for a…
Matthew 5:45 “for he maketh his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust.” I have used this scripture in the past to illustrate the need to prepare…
National Hurricane Preparedness Week began yesterday, May 5. The hurricane season officially begins June 1, but hurricane preparedness needs to begin before the season. Spend the month of May preparing so you will be ready and able to avoid the…
How do being prepared and having food storage reduce stress in your life? For me, stress is relieved by