Hi Carson Ward Family, Family and Friends,
Complacency...
When things are calm we become complacent with things that have happened before, like natural disasters and other emergency situations in our lives. It amazes me how many times, when hurricane season comes upon the South and East coast of the United States, people are running frantically to the store for supplies (water, canned foods, flashlights, batteries, boards/nails to seal up windows, etc.), when they know this happens every year. What not always be prepared? Why do they let the supplies they gathered either get used and not replace them, or throw them away? Why do they do this?
We are continually admonished by our prophet and church leaders to be prepared. We always need to be on the look out and be ready for what ever may come our way. Not just when the storm is on the horizon.
"The greatest events that have been spoken of by all the Holy Prophets will come along naturally as the consequences of certain causes, that unless our eyes are enlightened by the Spirit of God, and the spirit of revelation rests upon us, we will fail to see that these are the events predicted by the Holy Prophets." George Q. Cannon
"The prudent see danger and take refuge, but the simple keep going and suffer for it." Proverbs 27:12
Let us each prepare better and continually rotate our food and water storage and our emergency supplies. Do not become complacent, thinking all is well! Things can change quickly!
Weekly Assignment: 72 Hour Individual Emergency Food Kits
This week add the following:
1) 3 hot chocolate drink mixes for each family member's food kit: Place the 3 hot chocolate drink mix packages, along with the 3 granola bars and 3 juice boxes, and 3 small boxes of raisins in a large zip lock bag with the family member's name on the bag. Hot chocolate usually comes in a box of 8 or 10 packages.
Emergency Preparedness:
What do we need to do? So far the past few weeks I have talked about electricity, lighting, and emergency medical supplies. This week I will discuss shelter.
Shelter is a very important part of emergency preparedness. What if you could not stay in your home or you had to evacuate to an unknown place? What if it was very cold, as many of us have experienced the last several weeks, or it was hot? You will need some type of shelter to protect you and your loved ones from the elements of nature. Many of the "Sandy", and other disasters, victims could not stay in their homes. Please see the "Shelter" posting under "Postings" on the right for ideas.
Besides our 72 Hour Emergency Preparedness Backpack Kits, we carry a small tent and a quilt in our car. You never know when you might be away from home when a natural disaster or emergency situation arises and you will need shelter.
New Solar Fuel Less Generator Company: I just discovered a new company that carries the solar fuel less generator for a great price. This one even has a wind power system. Yes, you may say it is expensive, which it is compared to a gas generator, but you do not have to store gas or worry about trying to purchase gas when the pumps do not work or there is none to purchase. And you can use it inside your home and it is quiet while running. It is powered by solar panels and/or the wind power. Check it out at the link below.
http://www.suntrapsolutions.com/
WARNING: NEVER, NEVER, NEVER RUN A GAS GENERATOR INSIDE AN ENCLOSED AREA LIKE YOUR HOME. IT WILL KILL YOU!!!!!!!
Comments: All your comments, ideas, suggestions and experiences are welcome! We all learn from each other.
Friday, January 18, 2013
Friday, January 11, 2013
Weekly Assignment, Food Storage and Emergency Preparedness Ideas (Week of January 13th)
Hi Carson Ward Family, Family and Friends,
Storing up for winter...
I have a close friend who lives in Idaho, close to the Washington border, in a remote forest area, one hour by car to the city. In the late Autumn she watches the squirrels on her property gathering acorn nuts. If there is going to be a mild winter they do not gather and store as much, but if there is going to be hard winter, they gather and store more. Heavenly Father has instilled in the creatures of the earth to prepare for what may lie ahead.
We may not have instilled in us a natural warning system, but Heavenly Father has given us prophets, a living prophet today, the Holy Ghost, church leaders and the scriptures to warn us to prepare for a "hard winter". We have been warned for many years to be prepared with Food Storage, Water and Emergency Supplies. We may never need them, but I would rather be secure in knowing I am prepared for what could come my way. When my husband was in a serious car accident while on the road for work, he spent three months recuperating. Disability checks do not cover all the bills. I am grateful we had followed the prophet and church leaders and prepared by having Food Storage, at the time we had about six months and a little savings. We never had to ask for assistance with bills or food. What a great blessing that was for our family!
Storing spiritually...
As I watch the unfolding of natural disasters around the world, I also watch the people and how they react. Of course, they are scared and many have lost precious family heirlooms, family photos and many special treasures, even loved ones. But as I watch them and their reaction to the situation, I can see who is spiritually prepared. It is important to be temporally prepared, but being spiritually prepared is even more important. Yes, we might loose precious worldly treasures, but if we are spiritually prepared we will be at peace and know blessings are to come. “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also." (Matthew 6:19-21) To be spiritually strengthened and prepared we need to be reading our scriptures daily, saying our prayers daily, following our prophet and church leaders, and be very close to the Spirit. We will receive comfort at a very difficult time and be able to overcome the challenges we are facing.
Weekly Assignment: 72 Hour Individual Emergency Food Kits
This week add the following:
1) 3 small boxes of raisins for each family members Food Kit: Place the raisins, along with the 3 granola bars and 3 juice boxes, in a large zip lock bag with the family member's name on the bag.
Emergency Preparedness Ideas:
The last two weeks I have talked about being better prepared for a disaster or other emergency situation. Last week I talked about electricity and lighting, this week we will discuss emergency medical supplies.
Why do we need emergency medical supplies? For the same reason we need a source of electricity and lighting. When there is an impending disaster (like a hurricane warning, etc.), disaster, civil unrest or an emergency situation people usually rush to the stores to stock up. What happens is the stores run out quickly. They only stock enough products for about two weeks. When every one rushes for supplies, they run out in hours, sometimes in minutes. People riot because they cannot get what they need. Why not have emergency medical supplies on hand ahead of time, like we have food and water on hand? Also, if there is an emergency medical situation the fire department and other medical help may not be available and you may not have time to rush to the store, you will need them immediately to attend to the injured. You may be on your own!
Please see the "First-aid Kit" in the "Postings" section on the right of this blog. I have also listed the Kit I am working on below. Of course, you cannot do this all at once. Carry a list of the items in your purse or wallet. Each time you go out to the store check to see what is on sale and purchase the item(s). Set up a large plastic box with a secure lid that says "Emergency Medical Supplies" on it. Keep it in a closet in your house, the garage is to hot for some of the ointments and medications. Of course, keep this out of the reach of children.
Note: A regular First-aid Kit like you keep in your car or home will not be sufficient for a major disaster. There will be minor and major injuries. You may need to take care of your family and neighbors injuries.
Emergency Medical Supply Kit: (Should have the follow items)
1. Band-Aids (many assorted sizes)
2. Antiseptic/alcohol wipes
3. Hand sanitizer (2)
4. Topical antibiotic ointment
5. Hydrogen peroxide
6. Petroleum jelly
7. Sunscreen
8. Thermometer (for adult and infant/child)
9. Latex gloves (several pairs and possibly sizes)
10. Sterile gauze pad (various sizes)
11. Adhesive bandage tape, hypoallergenic, 1 inch
12. Triangular bandages (3) (made your own from left over fabric, hem, 36x36)
13. Bandage scissors (EMT scissors)
14. Maxi sanitary pads (5+) (great for major wounds)
15. Irrigation syringe
16. Eye wash solution
17. Ace Bandages—2”, 3” and 4” (2 each size)
18. Two tweezers (one regular size, one small)
19. Needle (consider including suture material and set—I got this from EmergencyEssentials.com)
20. Scalpel with extra blades
21. Pepto-Bismol ( check with your doctor for children's dosage and write on the bottle)
22. Antacids
23. Pain relievers (non-aspirin type, acetaminophen, ibuprofen for both adults and children)
24. Stool softeners
25. Antifungal ointment/cream
26. Visine eye drops
27. Cough and cold medications (for adults and children)
28. Contact lens wearers—extra pair, solution
29. Dihendyramine (Benadryl) (this an antihistamine used for hives, allergic rhinitis, etc) Check with your doctor for children's dosage
30. Epi Pen for sever allergic reactions (insects, food) (requires a prescription)
31. Ophthalmic antibiotic (requires a prescription)
32. Lighter or matches (to sterilize items like needles if you have no gas burner)
33. Alcohol
34. Any prescription medications family members take (high blood pressure, insulin, extra needles, etc)
35. Old magazines or paint sticks from paint store (2-3) (make good splints for broken arms & legs)
36. Instant ice packs (3-4)
37. Instant hot packs 3-4)
38. Burn kit
39. Aspirin (smash, dissolve in a little water, put on inspect bites, takes out the sting)
40. Potassium Iodine Tablets (found on EmergencyEssentials.com) (if radiation fallout and advised to take, do not take unless advised)
41. First-aid book (review regularly so when a situation comes up you will know what to do)
Most items can be found at the 99 Cent Store, the Dollar Tree, CVS, Rite-aid, Walgreens, Target, WalMart and EmergencyEssentials.com. Watch the expiration dates. I have even found some items at estate and yard sales.
Remember: To rotate the ointments and medications as needed. Check every year and replace as needed.
Comments: Your comments, suggestion and ideas are most welcomed. Please leave them below. We are all hear to help each other.
Storing up for winter...
I have a close friend who lives in Idaho, close to the Washington border, in a remote forest area, one hour by car to the city. In the late Autumn she watches the squirrels on her property gathering acorn nuts. If there is going to be a mild winter they do not gather and store as much, but if there is going to be hard winter, they gather and store more. Heavenly Father has instilled in the creatures of the earth to prepare for what may lie ahead.
We may not have instilled in us a natural warning system, but Heavenly Father has given us prophets, a living prophet today, the Holy Ghost, church leaders and the scriptures to warn us to prepare for a "hard winter". We have been warned for many years to be prepared with Food Storage, Water and Emergency Supplies. We may never need them, but I would rather be secure in knowing I am prepared for what could come my way. When my husband was in a serious car accident while on the road for work, he spent three months recuperating. Disability checks do not cover all the bills. I am grateful we had followed the prophet and church leaders and prepared by having Food Storage, at the time we had about six months and a little savings. We never had to ask for assistance with bills or food. What a great blessing that was for our family!
Storing spiritually...
As I watch the unfolding of natural disasters around the world, I also watch the people and how they react. Of course, they are scared and many have lost precious family heirlooms, family photos and many special treasures, even loved ones. But as I watch them and their reaction to the situation, I can see who is spiritually prepared. It is important to be temporally prepared, but being spiritually prepared is even more important. Yes, we might loose precious worldly treasures, but if we are spiritually prepared we will be at peace and know blessings are to come. “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also." (Matthew 6:19-21) To be spiritually strengthened and prepared we need to be reading our scriptures daily, saying our prayers daily, following our prophet and church leaders, and be very close to the Spirit. We will receive comfort at a very difficult time and be able to overcome the challenges we are facing.
Weekly Assignment: 72 Hour Individual Emergency Food Kits
This week add the following:
1) 3 small boxes of raisins for each family members Food Kit: Place the raisins, along with the 3 granola bars and 3 juice boxes, in a large zip lock bag with the family member's name on the bag.
Emergency Preparedness Ideas:
The last two weeks I have talked about being better prepared for a disaster or other emergency situation. Last week I talked about electricity and lighting, this week we will discuss emergency medical supplies.
Why do we need emergency medical supplies? For the same reason we need a source of electricity and lighting. When there is an impending disaster (like a hurricane warning, etc.), disaster, civil unrest or an emergency situation people usually rush to the stores to stock up. What happens is the stores run out quickly. They only stock enough products for about two weeks. When every one rushes for supplies, they run out in hours, sometimes in minutes. People riot because they cannot get what they need. Why not have emergency medical supplies on hand ahead of time, like we have food and water on hand? Also, if there is an emergency medical situation the fire department and other medical help may not be available and you may not have time to rush to the store, you will need them immediately to attend to the injured. You may be on your own!
Please see the "First-aid Kit" in the "Postings" section on the right of this blog. I have also listed the Kit I am working on below. Of course, you cannot do this all at once. Carry a list of the items in your purse or wallet. Each time you go out to the store check to see what is on sale and purchase the item(s). Set up a large plastic box with a secure lid that says "Emergency Medical Supplies" on it. Keep it in a closet in your house, the garage is to hot for some of the ointments and medications. Of course, keep this out of the reach of children.
Note: A regular First-aid Kit like you keep in your car or home will not be sufficient for a major disaster. There will be minor and major injuries. You may need to take care of your family and neighbors injuries.
Emergency Medical Supply Kit: (Should have the follow items)
1. Band-Aids (many assorted sizes)
2. Antiseptic/alcohol wipes
3. Hand sanitizer (2)
4. Topical antibiotic ointment
5. Hydrogen peroxide
6. Petroleum jelly
7. Sunscreen
8. Thermometer (for adult and infant/child)
9. Latex gloves (several pairs and possibly sizes)
10. Sterile gauze pad (various sizes)
11. Adhesive bandage tape, hypoallergenic, 1 inch
12. Triangular bandages (3) (made your own from left over fabric, hem, 36x36)
13. Bandage scissors (EMT scissors)
14. Maxi sanitary pads (5+) (great for major wounds)
15. Irrigation syringe
16. Eye wash solution
17. Ace Bandages—2”, 3” and 4” (2 each size)
18. Two tweezers (one regular size, one small)
19. Needle (consider including suture material and set—I got this from EmergencyEssentials.com)
20. Scalpel with extra blades
21. Pepto-Bismol ( check with your doctor for children's dosage and write on the bottle)
22. Antacids
23. Pain relievers (non-aspirin type, acetaminophen, ibuprofen for both adults and children)
24. Stool softeners
25. Antifungal ointment/cream
26. Visine eye drops
27. Cough and cold medications (for adults and children)
28. Contact lens wearers—extra pair, solution
29. Dihendyramine (Benadryl) (this an antihistamine used for hives, allergic rhinitis, etc) Check with your doctor for children's dosage
30. Epi Pen for sever allergic reactions (insects, food) (requires a prescription)
31. Ophthalmic antibiotic (requires a prescription)
32. Lighter or matches (to sterilize items like needles if you have no gas burner)
33. Alcohol
34. Any prescription medications family members take (high blood pressure, insulin, extra needles, etc)
35. Old magazines or paint sticks from paint store (2-3) (make good splints for broken arms & legs)
36. Instant ice packs (3-4)
37. Instant hot packs 3-4)
38. Burn kit
39. Aspirin (smash, dissolve in a little water, put on inspect bites, takes out the sting)
40. Potassium Iodine Tablets (found on EmergencyEssentials.com) (if radiation fallout and advised to take, do not take unless advised)
41. First-aid book (review regularly so when a situation comes up you will know what to do)
Most items can be found at the 99 Cent Store, the Dollar Tree, CVS, Rite-aid, Walgreens, Target, WalMart and EmergencyEssentials.com. Watch the expiration dates. I have even found some items at estate and yard sales.
Remember: To rotate the ointments and medications as needed. Check every year and replace as needed.
Comments: Your comments, suggestion and ideas are most welcomed. Please leave them below. We are all hear to help each other.
Friday, January 4, 2013
Weekly Assignment, Food Storage and Emergency Preparedness Ideas (Week of January 6th)
Hi Carson Ward Family, Family and Friends,
Who doesn't want great blessings!
When we are obedient to the commandments and teaching of our Prophets we are richly blessed. In The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints we are taught to follow the prophets. "Wherefore, meaning the church, thou shalt give heed unto all his words and commandments which he shall give unto you as he receiveth them, walking in all holiness before me: For his word ye shall receive, as if from mine own mouth, in all patience and faith." (Doctrine and Covenants 21: 4-5).
Throughout the ages we have been taught and warned by the prophets and our church leaders to be prepared for difficult times ahead. Hopefully, we will never need our 72 Hour Emergency Backpacks, our Food Storage and our Emergency Supplies, but I would rather have them and not need them, than need them and not have them. Remember, "If ye are prepared, ye shall not fear" (Doctrine and Covenants 38:30). Being prepared brings peace of mind, knowing you will be able to provide for and protect yourself and your family.
Weekly Assignment: 72 Hour Individual Emergency Preparedness Food Kit...
This week (January 6th-January 12th) add the following to your Food Kit:
1) 3 juice boxes (100% fruit drink like apple juice)---add 3 for each family member's Food Kit. Place in the large zip lock bag with the 3 granola bars we added last week. Remember to write their name on the bag. Watch the expiration dates on the juice boxes. You want them to be good for a year.
Emergency Preparedness Ideas:
Last week I mentioned some areas we need to be prepared in if a natural disaster hit our area. I would like to expound on one of these this week, electricity.
What would you do if the whole nation's power grid infrastructure failed or their was a natural disaster that caused there to be no electricity for several days, weeks, or even months? What would you do? Could you provide electricity, light, heat, ways to cook for you and your family? How prepared are you for something like this.
Imagine if the nation's power grid infrastructure did go down, or there was a natural disaster. Here is what would happen...
1) No electricity anywhere, no light in the evening.
2) Your bank cards would not work at the ATM or stores.
3) Grocery stores only carry enough food (water) for about 3 days. The shelves would empty in hours. No way to resupply their stock.
4) How would you get gas, especially if you needed to evacuate or you needed it for your gas generator, their pumps work on electricity.
4) Stores would probably not be able to give you change for your large bills of money. They would run out of change quickly.
5) No running water since the pumps at the main water station run on electricity.
6) No way for trucks to bring food since all warehouses depend on electricity to check stocks and send out food. Trucks would probably be attacked by people wanting food and water.
7) How long would hospitals be able to keep their generators going?
8) No Internet, TV or radio access to see what is going on, unless you have a solar radio or batteries on hand. But if there is no electricity because the nation's power grid went down, they would not work anyway, they would not be able to transmit.
9) Most land lines use electricity. Would your cell phone work since the main power plant runs on electricity
10) Home emergency medical equipment would not work.
11) Elevators would not run, maybe trapping you for days, weeks, months.
12) Maybe no emergency response teams like the police department, fire department, medical help, ambulances.
13) Street lights would not work, causing chaos.
What else would not work? What would you do?
What you need to do to protect yourself if this happens...
1) Have at least 2 weeks-3 months supply of food and water on hand. Also keep some food and water at work (72 Hour Emergency Food Kit).
2) Have medical supplies on hand.
3) Keep extra medical prescriptions on hand.
4) Have a way to provide light (lanterns, flashlights with extra batteries, gas or fuel less (solar, see below) generator, etc).
5) Have a way to cook (Charcoal BBQ, Butane stove with fuel, fire pit, solar oven, etc). If you have a propane BBQ you may not be able to get propane.
6) How will you communicate, radios, computers, phones will not work?
7) Have cash in small bills and change in your home, car and at work since your bank card will not work. Small change so you do not have to over spend for a necessity since they will probably say they cannot make change.
8) Always keep at least a half a tank of gas in all your vehicles at all times in case you need to evacuate and gas is not available.
9) Have a meeting place for family members to meet (best place is at home) if happens while at work, school or away from home
10) If you cannot stay in your home due to damages from a disaster, have some way to provide for shelter, cooking, sanitation, heat
Remember, "If ye are prepared, ye shall not fear".
IMPORTANT: Check out the blog postings under "Postings" for ideas and different types of emergency equipment you might need.
Fuel Less (Solar) Generator:
Here are some great links regarding information on Fuel Less (Solar) Generators. We have done a lot of research on this subject and found these to be the best deals.
http://www.offgridsolargenerators.com/product-p/02013.htm
They have 3 options. Uses a deep cell battery with a solar panel. We have spoken with this fellow several times. Very nice fellow and will answer any questions you might have. His name is Silas at 440-840-4856.
http://store.foodforhealthinternational.com/Humless/
They have a few options too. Uses a Lithium battery. More expensive than above.
http://jimbakkershow.com/blog/2012/03/23/introducing-the-new-fuel-less-generator/
They have one option with several accessories. When you order from this site part of the cost goes towards his ministry. They call the price you pay a "love gift".
Comments: Please leave your comments, suggestions or ideas. All are appreciated and may help someone else.
Who doesn't want great blessings!
When we are obedient to the commandments and teaching of our Prophets we are richly blessed. In The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints we are taught to follow the prophets. "Wherefore, meaning the church, thou shalt give heed unto all his words and commandments which he shall give unto you as he receiveth them, walking in all holiness before me: For his word ye shall receive, as if from mine own mouth, in all patience and faith." (Doctrine and Covenants 21: 4-5).
Throughout the ages we have been taught and warned by the prophets and our church leaders to be prepared for difficult times ahead. Hopefully, we will never need our 72 Hour Emergency Backpacks, our Food Storage and our Emergency Supplies, but I would rather have them and not need them, than need them and not have them. Remember, "If ye are prepared, ye shall not fear" (Doctrine and Covenants 38:30). Being prepared brings peace of mind, knowing you will be able to provide for and protect yourself and your family.
Weekly Assignment: 72 Hour Individual Emergency Preparedness Food Kit...
This week (January 6th-January 12th) add the following to your Food Kit:
1) 3 juice boxes (100% fruit drink like apple juice)---add 3 for each family member's Food Kit. Place in the large zip lock bag with the 3 granola bars we added last week. Remember to write their name on the bag. Watch the expiration dates on the juice boxes. You want them to be good for a year.
Emergency Preparedness Ideas:
Last week I mentioned some areas we need to be prepared in if a natural disaster hit our area. I would like to expound on one of these this week, electricity.
What would you do if the whole nation's power grid infrastructure failed or their was a natural disaster that caused there to be no electricity for several days, weeks, or even months? What would you do? Could you provide electricity, light, heat, ways to cook for you and your family? How prepared are you for something like this.
Imagine if the nation's power grid infrastructure did go down, or there was a natural disaster. Here is what would happen...
1) No electricity anywhere, no light in the evening.
2) Your bank cards would not work at the ATM or stores.
3) Grocery stores only carry enough food (water) for about 3 days. The shelves would empty in hours. No way to resupply their stock.
4) How would you get gas, especially if you needed to evacuate or you needed it for your gas generator, their pumps work on electricity.
4) Stores would probably not be able to give you change for your large bills of money. They would run out of change quickly.
5) No running water since the pumps at the main water station run on electricity.
6) No way for trucks to bring food since all warehouses depend on electricity to check stocks and send out food. Trucks would probably be attacked by people wanting food and water.
7) How long would hospitals be able to keep their generators going?
8) No Internet, TV or radio access to see what is going on, unless you have a solar radio or batteries on hand. But if there is no electricity because the nation's power grid went down, they would not work anyway, they would not be able to transmit.
9) Most land lines use electricity. Would your cell phone work since the main power plant runs on electricity
10) Home emergency medical equipment would not work.
11) Elevators would not run, maybe trapping you for days, weeks, months.
12) Maybe no emergency response teams like the police department, fire department, medical help, ambulances.
13) Street lights would not work, causing chaos.
What else would not work? What would you do?
What you need to do to protect yourself if this happens...
1) Have at least 2 weeks-3 months supply of food and water on hand. Also keep some food and water at work (72 Hour Emergency Food Kit).
2) Have medical supplies on hand.
3) Keep extra medical prescriptions on hand.
4) Have a way to provide light (lanterns, flashlights with extra batteries, gas or fuel less (solar, see below) generator, etc).
5) Have a way to cook (Charcoal BBQ, Butane stove with fuel, fire pit, solar oven, etc). If you have a propane BBQ you may not be able to get propane.
6) How will you communicate, radios, computers, phones will not work?
7) Have cash in small bills and change in your home, car and at work since your bank card will not work. Small change so you do not have to over spend for a necessity since they will probably say they cannot make change.
8) Always keep at least a half a tank of gas in all your vehicles at all times in case you need to evacuate and gas is not available.
9) Have a meeting place for family members to meet (best place is at home) if happens while at work, school or away from home
10) If you cannot stay in your home due to damages from a disaster, have some way to provide for shelter, cooking, sanitation, heat
Remember, "If ye are prepared, ye shall not fear".
IMPORTANT: Check out the blog postings under "Postings" for ideas and different types of emergency equipment you might need.
Fuel Less (Solar) Generator:
Here are some great links regarding information on Fuel Less (Solar) Generators. We have done a lot of research on this subject and found these to be the best deals.
http://www.offgridsolargenerators.com/product-p/02013.htm
They have 3 options. Uses a deep cell battery with a solar panel. We have spoken with this fellow several times. Very nice fellow and will answer any questions you might have. His name is Silas at 440-840-4856.
http://store.foodforhealthinternational.com/Humless/
They have a few options too. Uses a Lithium battery. More expensive than above.
http://jimbakkershow.com/blog/2012/03/23/introducing-the-new-fuel-less-generator/
They have one option with several accessories. When you order from this site part of the cost goes towards his ministry. They call the price you pay a "love gift".
Comments: Please leave your comments, suggestions or ideas. All are appreciated and may help someone else.
Saturday, December 29, 2012
Weekly Assignment, Food Storage and Emergency Preparedness Ideas (Week of December 30th)
Hi Carson Ward Family, Family and Friends,
We are back...
After an extended health issue and the holidays we are back to help you with your 2013 Food Storage and Emergency Preparedness goals and questions. We are excited for the new year and all it holds, and for the past 2012, which has taught us the importance of being prepared both spiritually and temporally as we have watched the events of 2012 unfold.
As I have watched how little our nation and the world, and its people, are unprepared for natural disasters, civil events, job losses, and the events of the world, I see how much work we have to make sure each of you, your family and neighbors are prepared for what may lie ahead this coming year. Natural disasters are intensifying, governments around the world are collapsing, and the world economy is uncertain! We all need to be better prepared!
This year, 2013, I have decided to go back to the basics. After watching all the disasters and events of 2012 unfold, I have noticed many people do not have 72 Hour Individual Emergency Backpack Kits with food, water, and other items they need. So, we are going to concentrate for the next few months on helping you set up a 72 Hour Individual Emergency Backpack Kit for each person in your household, and a 72 Hour Emergency Family Bag. We are only going to add one item each week to make it easier and more economical for each family. Each week when you go grocery shopping pick up the item we are adding, easy. This will take us 14 weeks (3 1/2 months) to accomplish. If you want to move faster, I have have the complete Food Kits list this Sunday,or you can find it under the "Postings", "72 Hour Emergency Preparedness Backpack Kit".
If you already have a 72 Hour Individual Emergency Food Kit for each family member, then get them out and replace any expired items. If you do have them, then work on adding items to your long term Food Storage and Emergency Preparedness supplies. All the previous "Weekly Assignments" and "Postings" on the right side of the blog will help you accomplish these goals. Of course, we encourage everyone to work on these goals too.
A new year means new goals! Make the 72 Hour Individual Emergency Kits, Food Storage and Emergency Supplies a part of your personal and family goals this new year! Below are two great links that will help you with charting your Food Storage goals.
3 Month Food Storage Plan chart (printable):
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B4EjTfXhwMcwZWNhY2FkNmEtNWQ3OC00Y2NiLThkNWYtMjc3M2FiYTM0ODcx/edit?pli=1
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B4EjTfXhwMcwRkhMUkFiM09aVE0/edit
Quote:
"Knowing what we know...we must---use our talents, strengths, energies, abilities, and means to prepare for whatever may befall us and our children.... We do not know when the calamities and troubles of the last days will fall upon any of us...The Lord deliberately withholds from us the day and hour of his coming and of the tribulations which shall precede it---all as part of the testing and probationary experiences of immortality. He simply tells us to watch and be ready. We can rest assured that if we have done all in our power to prepare for whatever lies ahead, he will then help us with whatever else we need." (Bruce R. McConkie, "All Other Creatures", Ensgin, May 1979)
Weekly Assignment...72 Hour Individual Emergency Food Kits
This week add the following to each family's 72 Hour Individual Emergency Food Kit...
1) An extra large zip lock bag for each family member (I have seen these at Target, some grocery stores, and even some discount stores). Write each family members family on a bag.
2) 3 granola bars for each family member. Place the granola bars in an extra large zip lock bag with the family members name on the bag. Each week we will add items to each kit (bag). A box of granola bars comes with 6 in each box. Please make sure you check the expiration dates, especially if purchasing them at the 99 Cent Store, the Dollar Tree or any other discount store. You want them to be good for at least a year.
Important Note: If you work away from home it is a very good idea to have a 72 Hour Individual Emergency Backpack Kit there too. You never know when a disaster or emergency may happen while away from home. We keep ours in our car, so if we are away from home we will have them. But remember, if you keep them in your car, you will need to replace the food kits probably twice a year because of the heat in the car.
72 Hour Individual Emergency Backpacks: Once you have the 72 Hour Individual Emergency Food Kits completed you will place the kit in a backpack. If your children have old school backpacks, and they are still in some what good condition, no holes, wash them, hang them out to dry and then place your Food Kits in them. You will need a backpack for each family member. Another good place to purchase them, besides a regular store like Target, is the Good Will, Salvation Army or any used discount center. It will need to be big enough to hold the Food Kit, water, the Hygiene Kit, and Stressor Kit (which we will work on these after the Food Kit) and a change of clothing. A regular size school backpack should be large enough.
Emergency Preparedness Ideas:
After watching the disaster events of 2012 unfold I have also noticed some items that are very important to our survival and comfort. They are food, water, some source of light and electricity, shelter, heat and a family evacuation plan. Please use the resources under "Postings" and the weekly postings under "Blog Archives" on the right to help you prepare for what ever may come your way. Let us all strive harder and set goals this year that will help each of us become better prepared!
FREE Monthly Giveaway Drawing:
I have also decided to change how we do the "FREE Monthly Giveaway Drawing" since some of you do not have home computers and some have not been able to access the blog site. You will no longer need to leave a comment below, which I still enjoy reading from you, or answer a question and email me the answer. Now, anyone who attends church on the 4th Sunday will enter their name in the drawing. At the end of Gospel Doctrine I will draw a name. This way everyone has a chance to win!
"Postings" and "Blog Archives": On the right of this blog you will find "Postings" and "Blog Archives". Under these you will find "Weekly Assignments, Food Storage and Emergency Preparedness Ideas", information on Food Storage, Emergency Preparedness, Evacuation, and so much more. Scroll through them and you find all the information you will be to be better prepared.
Comments: Your comments are most welcome, and helps us know what you are interested in learning about and what experiences you have had personally with Food Storage and Emergency Preparedness situation. We all need to help each other be better prepared. Please leave your comment below.
We are back...
After an extended health issue and the holidays we are back to help you with your 2013 Food Storage and Emergency Preparedness goals and questions. We are excited for the new year and all it holds, and for the past 2012, which has taught us the importance of being prepared both spiritually and temporally as we have watched the events of 2012 unfold.
As I have watched how little our nation and the world, and its people, are unprepared for natural disasters, civil events, job losses, and the events of the world, I see how much work we have to make sure each of you, your family and neighbors are prepared for what may lie ahead this coming year. Natural disasters are intensifying, governments around the world are collapsing, and the world economy is uncertain! We all need to be better prepared!
This year, 2013, I have decided to go back to the basics. After watching all the disasters and events of 2012 unfold, I have noticed many people do not have 72 Hour Individual Emergency Backpack Kits with food, water, and other items they need. So, we are going to concentrate for the next few months on helping you set up a 72 Hour Individual Emergency Backpack Kit for each person in your household, and a 72 Hour Emergency Family Bag. We are only going to add one item each week to make it easier and more economical for each family. Each week when you go grocery shopping pick up the item we are adding, easy. This will take us 14 weeks (3 1/2 months) to accomplish. If you want to move faster, I have have the complete Food Kits list this Sunday,or you can find it under the "Postings", "72 Hour Emergency Preparedness Backpack Kit".
If you already have a 72 Hour Individual Emergency Food Kit for each family member, then get them out and replace any expired items. If you do have them, then work on adding items to your long term Food Storage and Emergency Preparedness supplies. All the previous "Weekly Assignments" and "Postings" on the right side of the blog will help you accomplish these goals. Of course, we encourage everyone to work on these goals too.
A new year means new goals! Make the 72 Hour Individual Emergency Kits, Food Storage and Emergency Supplies a part of your personal and family goals this new year! Below are two great links that will help you with charting your Food Storage goals.
3 Month Food Storage Plan chart (printable):
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B4EjTfXhwMcwZWNhY2FkNmEtNWQ3OC00Y2NiLThkNWYtMjc3M2FiYTM0ODcx/edit?pli=1
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B4EjTfXhwMcwRkhMUkFiM09aVE0/edit
Quote:
"Knowing what we know...we must---use our talents, strengths, energies, abilities, and means to prepare for whatever may befall us and our children.... We do not know when the calamities and troubles of the last days will fall upon any of us...The Lord deliberately withholds from us the day and hour of his coming and of the tribulations which shall precede it---all as part of the testing and probationary experiences of immortality. He simply tells us to watch and be ready. We can rest assured that if we have done all in our power to prepare for whatever lies ahead, he will then help us with whatever else we need." (Bruce R. McConkie, "All Other Creatures", Ensgin, May 1979)
Weekly Assignment...72 Hour Individual Emergency Food Kits
This week add the following to each family's 72 Hour Individual Emergency Food Kit...
1) An extra large zip lock bag for each family member (I have seen these at Target, some grocery stores, and even some discount stores). Write each family members family on a bag.
2) 3 granola bars for each family member. Place the granola bars in an extra large zip lock bag with the family members name on the bag. Each week we will add items to each kit (bag). A box of granola bars comes with 6 in each box. Please make sure you check the expiration dates, especially if purchasing them at the 99 Cent Store, the Dollar Tree or any other discount store. You want them to be good for at least a year.
Important Note: If you work away from home it is a very good idea to have a 72 Hour Individual Emergency Backpack Kit there too. You never know when a disaster or emergency may happen while away from home. We keep ours in our car, so if we are away from home we will have them. But remember, if you keep them in your car, you will need to replace the food kits probably twice a year because of the heat in the car.
72 Hour Individual Emergency Backpacks: Once you have the 72 Hour Individual Emergency Food Kits completed you will place the kit in a backpack. If your children have old school backpacks, and they are still in some what good condition, no holes, wash them, hang them out to dry and then place your Food Kits in them. You will need a backpack for each family member. Another good place to purchase them, besides a regular store like Target, is the Good Will, Salvation Army or any used discount center. It will need to be big enough to hold the Food Kit, water, the Hygiene Kit, and Stressor Kit (which we will work on these after the Food Kit) and a change of clothing. A regular size school backpack should be large enough.
Emergency Preparedness Ideas:
After watching the disaster events of 2012 unfold I have also noticed some items that are very important to our survival and comfort. They are food, water, some source of light and electricity, shelter, heat and a family evacuation plan. Please use the resources under "Postings" and the weekly postings under "Blog Archives" on the right to help you prepare for what ever may come your way. Let us all strive harder and set goals this year that will help each of us become better prepared!
FREE Monthly Giveaway Drawing:
I have also decided to change how we do the "FREE Monthly Giveaway Drawing" since some of you do not have home computers and some have not been able to access the blog site. You will no longer need to leave a comment below, which I still enjoy reading from you, or answer a question and email me the answer. Now, anyone who attends church on the 4th Sunday will enter their name in the drawing. At the end of Gospel Doctrine I will draw a name. This way everyone has a chance to win!
"Postings" and "Blog Archives": On the right of this blog you will find "Postings" and "Blog Archives". Under these you will find "Weekly Assignments, Food Storage and Emergency Preparedness Ideas", information on Food Storage, Emergency Preparedness, Evacuation, and so much more. Scroll through them and you find all the information you will be to be better prepared.
Comments: Your comments are most welcome, and helps us know what you are interested in learning about and what experiences you have had personally with Food Storage and Emergency Preparedness situation. We all need to help each other be better prepared. Please leave your comment below.
Saturday, November 3, 2012
Special Posting...How to prepare for a disaster (Week of November 4th)
Hi Carson Ward Family, Family and Friends,
NO FOOD, NO WATER, NO
POWER..... WHAT WOULD YOU DO?
Once again we have been reminded of the importance of being prepared both temporally and spiritually with the recent Superstorm Sandy on the East cost of the United States. Last week I heard on the radio 95% of Americans are not prepared! Wow! That is a lot, a lot more than I thought. Are you in that 95%? I have also heard that only 6% of LDS Church members are prepared! Wow!!!
As the events of Superstorm Sandy have unfolded on TV (mostly CNN) and radio stations, I have been listening for things I was not aware of that we need to do to be better prepared, and also, reminders of things we need to do. Some times the situation/warnings may become worse than predicated, as in the case of "Sandy". Here they are...
Things people need the most beside food and water (ABC new caster report, ABC New Good Morning America):
1) portable toilets (and sanitaiton suppies)
2) generators (no power, cannot pump water out of basements and houses)
3) flashlights and batteries
4) cleaning supplies, brooms and heavy trash bags (also hand lotion, water hard on their hands)
Also, blankets, shelter, clothing and heat.
The things they are trying to save from the water damage are family photos and albums, important documents, and school year books.
1) Evacuation: When they say to evacuate, do not hesitate, or second guess it, evacuate! In some case on the East coast, it became to late to evacuate and they were advised to hunker down. Precious lives were lost because they did not heed the warning. When you are advised to evacuate, gather all important documents (you should already have them all together), family photos/albums, family heirlooms, and anything else special to you you would not want to loose and leave. If your family is separated, have a meeting place (your home, a relatives home, a landmark) and leave.
2) Your vehicles and gas generators: Always keep at least a half of tank of gas in all your cars at all times. If you have to evacuate it should get you far enough away. If possible, keep extra gas stored in regulation gas cans in your garage. If you have a gas generator, you will need gas to run it. Remember: DO NOT PLACE THE GENERATOR IN YOUR HOUSE OR AN ENCLOSED AREA, IT WILL KILL YOU! On the East coast people are in 3 hours waiting lines for gas. In some cases the gas stations pumps were not working due to no power. Now they are starting to run out because it is difficult to get gas to the stations.
3) Keep extra food, water and medical supplies stored: I would rather have it and not need it, than need it and not have it! Stores only keep enough items for 2 weeks. In a disaster situation they will run out in just a few hours. PLEASE store some extra cans of food and water at all times in your home and keep your 73 Hour Emergency Individual Kits in your cars (just in case you are away from home when the disaster hits). You should store at least a months supply, or more if possible.
4) Keep emergency supplies on hand: You will need ways to light (lanterns, flashlight with extra batteries, generator, etc.), a radio (either solar or battery operated with extra batteries), plastic tarps to cover leaking roofs and broken windows, a way to provide shelter if you cannot stay in your home, a way to provide heat if cold, sanitation. Remember: DO NOT USE A CHARCOAL BBQ OR GAS GENERATOR IN YOUR HOME OR AN ENCLOSED AREA. IT WILL KILL YOU! Have extra medical supplies on hand, and prescription medications. See under "Postings" on the right side of this blog, "Emergency Supplies, Shelter, Heating, Lighting, Cooking", etc. DO NOT USE CANDLES OR OPEN FLAMES! If there is a gas leak, there will be an explosion. They could fall over and cause a fire.
5) Flooded Water: Do not wade through flooded water if you can avoid it. Do not cross flooded streets in your car. It can become stuck, you could fall into a large hole not visible, and you could be washed away. Flood water is usually contaminated with oil, chemicals, sewage and other deceases. If it is sea water and your home is flooded, all your electrical will have to be replaced. Sea water damages the wiring and other things. Do not turn on your electricity until it has been inspected. Do not go outside...there could be down power lines you cannot see in the water or in the dark, you will be electrocuted.
6) Water: Do not drink the water from your faucets unless instructed by local leaders it is safe. Contaminates can get into the water too. Keep water stored, at least enough for two week per person in your home. See the "Postings" under "Water Storage" on the right.
7) Communication: Phone lines (land lines) and cell phone towers may be down. Even the main phone companies and cell phone companies main equipment may be down. There may be no communication or limited communication. With no power, there is no way to charge your cell phones. If you cannot call out, you may be able to text.
8) Fires: There may be explosions and fires due to gas leaks and exploding transformers. Be careful. Do not use candles or open flames. Keep a fire extinguisher in your home and cars. Do not attempt to put out gas leak fires with water, they will spread.
9) Fallen Trees: Watch for trees that have been saturated by heavy rain or damage due to earthquakes. They could fall onto your home, cars and people. Watch for down power lines caused by the fallen trees. (Do not attempt to remove the trees or go around them.) Keep a chain saw so you can cut down fallen trees, if it is safe. Keep plastic tarps so you can cover up any damages to your roof.
10) Injuries and Death: There will be injuries, and possible those who have died. There may be no medical help from the fire department. There may be no hospital available in your area and no way to get to another hospital out of your area. You will be on your own! Keep emergency medical supplies in your home and good first-aid kits in your cars. Attend to the most serious injuries first, then continue until the minor ones. If someone has died, if possible, cover them up and put a marker if you have to leave.
11) On Your Own: You may be on your own for several hours or several days. You may be trapped in your home, car or work place until help can arrive, which could take a long time. Be prepared to take care of your family and help neighbors the best you can. Neighbors will need to pull together and help each other. Pull your resources together.
12) Homeowners Insurance, Homeowner-condo Insurance and Renters Insurance: It does not cover any flooding, damages nor personal property caused by the flooding! You need a separate policy for flooding through the National Flood Insurance Program.
13) Infrastructures and buildings: Roads, freeways, bridges and tunnels may be unusable or destroyed. Buildings may have serious damages. Be careful! Do not attempt to use them. You may be cut off from emergency help. Take are of situations the best you can until help can arrive.
Story...
While listening to CNN I heard a story from a lady who lived on Staten Island. Due to the damages of the bridge from the main land to the island, they were cut off from any help. FEMA and other emergency help could not get in for several days. The area had serious damages, flooding and loss of life. Her home was flooded (basement and first flood). They were not in an evacuation area, and were told they did not need to evacuate. Her young just happened to look out the window and saw the sea water coming towards them. They lost many precious temporal things, but her family was alright. She said her church was there before FEMA. Thirty members and the missionaries from her church showed up to help her and her family and others. Even though they had lost "things", some precious to her, she knew they were resilient and God was watching over them. They were prepared with food and water, but more important, they were prepared spiritually. Yes, this family is from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They were prepared the best they could be both temporally and spiritually!
Anyone who reads this blog...Please take the things listed above seriously. Please prepared for what may come your way. Please share this with other family members, friends, neighbors and co-workers. Please share this blog with them, it may save a life. The more of us that are prepared will allow the local and government emergency teams to help others, and we will also be able to help others. Please remember, "If ye are prepared, ye have no need to fear."
Postings on the right: Please review all the postings on the right under "Postings" so you will know what to do and what you will need in an emergency situation. They could save precious lives!
Comments: Please share your comments, suggestions and experiences below so we can all help each other be better prepared. Thank you
NO FOOD, NO WATER, NO
POWER..... WHAT WOULD YOU DO?
Once again we have been reminded of the importance of being prepared both temporally and spiritually with the recent Superstorm Sandy on the East cost of the United States. Last week I heard on the radio 95% of Americans are not prepared! Wow! That is a lot, a lot more than I thought. Are you in that 95%? I have also heard that only 6% of LDS Church members are prepared! Wow!!!
As the events of Superstorm Sandy have unfolded on TV (mostly CNN) and radio stations, I have been listening for things I was not aware of that we need to do to be better prepared, and also, reminders of things we need to do. Some times the situation/warnings may become worse than predicated, as in the case of "Sandy". Here they are...
Things people need the most beside food and water (ABC new caster report, ABC New Good Morning America):
1) portable toilets (and sanitaiton suppies)
2) generators (no power, cannot pump water out of basements and houses)
3) flashlights and batteries
4) cleaning supplies, brooms and heavy trash bags (also hand lotion, water hard on their hands)
Also, blankets, shelter, clothing and heat.
The things they are trying to save from the water damage are family photos and albums, important documents, and school year books.
1) Evacuation: When they say to evacuate, do not hesitate, or second guess it, evacuate! In some case on the East coast, it became to late to evacuate and they were advised to hunker down. Precious lives were lost because they did not heed the warning. When you are advised to evacuate, gather all important documents (you should already have them all together), family photos/albums, family heirlooms, and anything else special to you you would not want to loose and leave. If your family is separated, have a meeting place (your home, a relatives home, a landmark) and leave.
2) Your vehicles and gas generators: Always keep at least a half of tank of gas in all your cars at all times. If you have to evacuate it should get you far enough away. If possible, keep extra gas stored in regulation gas cans in your garage. If you have a gas generator, you will need gas to run it. Remember: DO NOT PLACE THE GENERATOR IN YOUR HOUSE OR AN ENCLOSED AREA, IT WILL KILL YOU! On the East coast people are in 3 hours waiting lines for gas. In some cases the gas stations pumps were not working due to no power. Now they are starting to run out because it is difficult to get gas to the stations.
3) Keep extra food, water and medical supplies stored: I would rather have it and not need it, than need it and not have it! Stores only keep enough items for 2 weeks. In a disaster situation they will run out in just a few hours. PLEASE store some extra cans of food and water at all times in your home and keep your 73 Hour Emergency Individual Kits in your cars (just in case you are away from home when the disaster hits). You should store at least a months supply, or more if possible.
4) Keep emergency supplies on hand: You will need ways to light (lanterns, flashlight with extra batteries, generator, etc.), a radio (either solar or battery operated with extra batteries), plastic tarps to cover leaking roofs and broken windows, a way to provide shelter if you cannot stay in your home, a way to provide heat if cold, sanitation. Remember: DO NOT USE A CHARCOAL BBQ OR GAS GENERATOR IN YOUR HOME OR AN ENCLOSED AREA. IT WILL KILL YOU! Have extra medical supplies on hand, and prescription medications. See under "Postings" on the right side of this blog, "Emergency Supplies, Shelter, Heating, Lighting, Cooking", etc. DO NOT USE CANDLES OR OPEN FLAMES! If there is a gas leak, there will be an explosion. They could fall over and cause a fire.
5) Flooded Water: Do not wade through flooded water if you can avoid it. Do not cross flooded streets in your car. It can become stuck, you could fall into a large hole not visible, and you could be washed away. Flood water is usually contaminated with oil, chemicals, sewage and other deceases. If it is sea water and your home is flooded, all your electrical will have to be replaced. Sea water damages the wiring and other things. Do not turn on your electricity until it has been inspected. Do not go outside...there could be down power lines you cannot see in the water or in the dark, you will be electrocuted.
6) Water: Do not drink the water from your faucets unless instructed by local leaders it is safe. Contaminates can get into the water too. Keep water stored, at least enough for two week per person in your home. See the "Postings" under "Water Storage" on the right.
7) Communication: Phone lines (land lines) and cell phone towers may be down. Even the main phone companies and cell phone companies main equipment may be down. There may be no communication or limited communication. With no power, there is no way to charge your cell phones. If you cannot call out, you may be able to text.
8) Fires: There may be explosions and fires due to gas leaks and exploding transformers. Be careful. Do not use candles or open flames. Keep a fire extinguisher in your home and cars. Do not attempt to put out gas leak fires with water, they will spread.
9) Fallen Trees: Watch for trees that have been saturated by heavy rain or damage due to earthquakes. They could fall onto your home, cars and people. Watch for down power lines caused by the fallen trees. (Do not attempt to remove the trees or go around them.) Keep a chain saw so you can cut down fallen trees, if it is safe. Keep plastic tarps so you can cover up any damages to your roof.
10) Injuries and Death: There will be injuries, and possible those who have died. There may be no medical help from the fire department. There may be no hospital available in your area and no way to get to another hospital out of your area. You will be on your own! Keep emergency medical supplies in your home and good first-aid kits in your cars. Attend to the most serious injuries first, then continue until the minor ones. If someone has died, if possible, cover them up and put a marker if you have to leave.
11) On Your Own: You may be on your own for several hours or several days. You may be trapped in your home, car or work place until help can arrive, which could take a long time. Be prepared to take care of your family and help neighbors the best you can. Neighbors will need to pull together and help each other. Pull your resources together.
12) Homeowners Insurance, Homeowner-condo Insurance and Renters Insurance: It does not cover any flooding, damages nor personal property caused by the flooding! You need a separate policy for flooding through the National Flood Insurance Program.
13) Infrastructures and buildings: Roads, freeways, bridges and tunnels may be unusable or destroyed. Buildings may have serious damages. Be careful! Do not attempt to use them. You may be cut off from emergency help. Take are of situations the best you can until help can arrive.
Story...
While listening to CNN I heard a story from a lady who lived on Staten Island. Due to the damages of the bridge from the main land to the island, they were cut off from any help. FEMA and other emergency help could not get in for several days. The area had serious damages, flooding and loss of life. Her home was flooded (basement and first flood). They were not in an evacuation area, and were told they did not need to evacuate. Her young just happened to look out the window and saw the sea water coming towards them. They lost many precious temporal things, but her family was alright. She said her church was there before FEMA. Thirty members and the missionaries from her church showed up to help her and her family and others. Even though they had lost "things", some precious to her, she knew they were resilient and God was watching over them. They were prepared with food and water, but more important, they were prepared spiritually. Yes, this family is from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They were prepared the best they could be both temporally and spiritually!
Anyone who reads this blog...Please take the things listed above seriously. Please prepared for what may come your way. Please share this with other family members, friends, neighbors and co-workers. Please share this blog with them, it may save a life. The more of us that are prepared will allow the local and government emergency teams to help others, and we will also be able to help others. Please remember, "If ye are prepared, ye have no need to fear."
Postings on the right: Please review all the postings on the right under "Postings" so you will know what to do and what you will need in an emergency situation. They could save precious lives!
Comments: Please share your comments, suggestions and experiences below so we can all help each other be better prepared. Thank you
Sunday, October 21, 2012
October/November Assignment (Month of October and November 2012)
Hi Carson Ward Family, Family and Friends,
Due to some health issues I have not published any blog postings for awhile. Since I am still dealing with them I will not publish any blog postings for a few more weeks, but I did still want to give you an assignment for now. I will be back about the middle of November!
Remember: Food Storage and Emergency Preparedness should be a continual part of our lives. We need to continually add items and "Rotate" those we currently have.
Congratulations! Jay and Laura Jensen won our September Monthly FREE Giveaway Drawing. They on two "Stressor Kits" for their 72 Hour Individual Emergency Backpack Kits. See under "Postings", 72 Hour Emergency Kits for a list of the items in the "Stressor Kit", and why you need them.
Quote:
"I would rather have something (regarding Emergency Preparedness and Food Storage) and not need it, than have nothing and need it." (Anonymous)
October and November Assignment:
Please review the last nine months of Weekly Food Storage and Emergency Preparedness Assignments and work on adding items you are missing or need to increase for your Food Storage and Emergency Preparedness Items.
Due to some health issues I have not published any blog postings for awhile. Since I am still dealing with them I will not publish any blog postings for a few more weeks, but I did still want to give you an assignment for now. I will be back about the middle of November!
Remember: Food Storage and Emergency Preparedness should be a continual part of our lives. We need to continually add items and "Rotate" those we currently have.
Congratulations! Jay and Laura Jensen won our September Monthly FREE Giveaway Drawing. They on two "Stressor Kits" for their 72 Hour Individual Emergency Backpack Kits. See under "Postings", 72 Hour Emergency Kits for a list of the items in the "Stressor Kit", and why you need them.
Quote:
"I would rather have something (regarding Emergency Preparedness and Food Storage) and not need it, than have nothing and need it." (Anonymous)
October and November Assignment:
Please review the last nine months of Weekly Food Storage and Emergency Preparedness Assignments and work on adding items you are missing or need to increase for your Food Storage and Emergency Preparedness Items.
Friday, September 21, 2012
Weekly Assignment, Food Storage and Emergency Preparedness Ideas (Week of September 23rd)
Hi Carson Ward Family, Family and Friends,
National Emergency Preparedness Month
Quotes:
"Our Heavenly Father created this beautiful earth, with all its abundance, for our benefit and use. His purpose is to provide for our needs as we walk in faith and obedience. He has lovingly commanded us to 'prepare every needful thing' (Doctrine and Covenants 109:8) so that, should adversity come, we may care for ourselves and our neighbors and support bishops as they care for others." (The First Presidency)
"Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormons) have been counseled for many years to be prepared for adversity. Preparation, both spiritual and temporal, can dispel fear. With the guidance of Church leaders, individual members and families should prepare to be self-reliant in times of personal or widespread emergency." ("books and things, Especially for Families")
All of us need to have at least a 3-month supply of food that is a part of our normal daily diet, drinking water in case the water supply may be polluted or disrupted, emergency supplies (like medical, shelter, sanitation, cooking and lighting equipment) and financial reserves (cash in small bills and change kept in a safe place in your home, and some in your car, in case the electricity is down and you cannot get cash from your bank).
I hope of each of you are using this Emergency Preparedness Blog to help you accomplish your goals. We all know the scripture saying, "If ye are prepared, ye shall not fear".
FREE Monthly Giveaway Drawing Question: What has Heavenly Father lovingly commanded us to do? Please email me the answer to theark.carsonward@gmail.com to have your name entered into this Sunday's, September 23rd, drawing. Please include your name if not in your email address.
FREE Monthly Giveaway Drawing Question: What has Heavenly Father lovingly commanded us to do? Please email me the answer to theark.carsonward@gmail.com to have your name entered into this Sunday's, September 23rd, drawing. Please include your name if not in your email address.
September Goals: Emergency Supplies and Adding Breakfast Items to your Food Storage
This is the last week for our September goals. I hope you have been working on our September Goals by adding emergency supplies and breakfast items to your food storage. See the last three blog postings for information and ideas on the September goals. Of course, you can continue beyond this month and come back it to it when need to add more items.
Weekly Assignment...Emergency Supplies:
Please see the September 2nd posting for a list of the emergency supplies you should have on hand. Also, see September 9th and 16rh for more ideas and goals.
1) This week add at least one of the emergency supplies from the list.
Weekly Assignment...Adding Breakfast Items to your Food Storage:
Please see the September 2nd posting for a list of breakfast items to add to your food storage. Also, see September 9th and 16th for more ideas and goals.
1) This week add more breakfast items to your food storage from the list.
Food Storage Ideas:
"Dinner Is In The Jar" recipe...these recipes use dehydrated/freeze-dried vegetables. Follow the instructions in the September 9, 2012 blog posting.
Taco Soup
In the Jar...
1/2 cup dried sweet corn
2 tablespoon chopped bell peppers
2 tablespoons dried minced onions
1/3 cup ranch dressing mix
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoons onion powder
1/4 teaspoons oregano leaves
1/2 teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
In a baggie in the Jar...
1/2 cup pinto beans (remove rocks!)
1/2 cup great northern beans
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
Add-Ons...
1 pint cooked beef
2 cans diced tomatoes
16 cups water divided
Shredded cheese
Sour Cream
Crushed tortilla chips
Directions: Remove oxygen absorber if ingredients stored in a Mylar bag/pouch. Soak beans and soda in 4 cups water overnight. Drain and rinse. Simmer beans in 6 cups of water covered for 2 hours on low heat. (This can be done in advance) Drain. Return beans to pot, add 6 cups of water, tomatoes (undrained) and beef. Bring to a boil. Turn heat off. Put remainder of jar contents into pot. Cover and let sit 5 minutes. Return to a simmer. Cover and simmer about 10 to 15 minutes. Top individual bowls with shredded cheese, sour cream and crushed tortilla chips. Usually serves 8-10 cups.
Emergency Preparedness Ideas:
If there is an emergency where you need to evacuate immediately, it is critical that important legal documents and records are at hand and ready to go with you. We have all learned the lessons from the Katrina hurricane---having documents that prove you are who you say you are and you own what you say you own can mean the difference between getting the government aid that you desire and being on your own.
Keep a copy of each document, or the originals, in a water proof container, all sealed in a large zip lock plastic bag. Keep them near your 72 Hour Emergency Kits.
We will discuss this more in detail next week in the October goals, Emergency Disasters.
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