Week 27 (July 1, 2012)

Happy 4^th of July Weekend! Be sure and take advantage of the weather and cook outdoors! This month we are going to concentrate a lot on water once again. With the hot weather, you will be more inclined to agree that water storage is the most important item in survival.

Purchase: Water storage containers or stock up on bottled water. Buy a one months’ supply.  Remember, 1 gallon per person per day. This will cover drinking and hygiene.

Week 28 (July 8, 2012)

While traveling, be sure and prepare an emergency 72-hour kit for your cars. Go on line and find one that best suits your needs. We are still working on getting a months’ supply of water… same assignment as last week.

Purchase: Water storage containers or stock up on bottled water. Buy a one months’ supply.  Remember, 1 gallon per person per day. This will cover drinking and hygiene.

Week 26 (June 24, 2012)

Returning to legumes… Having plenty of beans in your storage will guarantee protein, vitamins, nutrients and all around healthy families.

Purchase: 5 lbs. of lentils. If this isn’t your bean of choice, choose another. Again, the cannery is a great source. Just try it and I promise you will like it!

Purchase: 5 lbs. of dry soup mix. Try out several before purchasing a large quantity. Any flavor you can add to make your beans turn into a delicious soup or stew.

Purchase: Pantry items for your 3-month storage.

Week 25 (June 17, 2012)

Back to grains… here is one that is easy to prepare and very versatile. PASTA!! (Elbow, egg noodles, spaghetti, etc.) Remember, pasta does require water to prepare. How is your water supply? We will talk about that next month again.

Purchase: 25 lbs. of pasta. Use the cannery for elbow macaroni. They are so helpful and get you in and out quickly.

Purchase: 1 extra shampoo and

Week 24 (June 10, 2012)

How is everyone doing with food storage? Emergency Preparedness? Please email me and let me hear about your progress or where you are at. I would love to know.

Purchase: 40 lbs. of sugar (Remember, if you can’t afford it all, buy what you can and keep progressing.)

Purchase: One extra bottle of cleaner (Windex, 409, etc.)

Purchase: Continue to add to your 3-month supply of pantry foods. This is an on-going task it seems.

Week 23 (June 3, 2012)

The summer months are starting! Take the opportunity to prepare your meals outdoors using your powerless cooking supplies! Challenge yourself and share your successes with your neighbors!

Purchase: 100 pounds of whole grain. This could be 100 more pounds of wheat, (remember you will need 300 lbs. of grain per person per year), or oats, rice, or another grain your family enjoys.

Purchase: Continue to add to your 3-month supply is you are still working on that. Pick up something every time you grocery shop.