Emergency Preparedness

In keeping with the Proverbs 31 woman, it is safe to say that God expects us to be prepared in case of emergencies.

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It is sometimes comical around hurricane season we always start getting really "prepared". My sweet hurricane-vetran-aunt gives us all a crash course in how to weather a storm.

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Well, this year Aunt P., I will be prepared. I am begining my journey to prepare our home in case of disaster.

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I will be putting together a 72-hour survival kit, a 3-month food storage kit, and an emergency car kit.

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Here is the blog I will be using as a guide to help me on this quest:

http://www.safelygatheredin.blogspot.com/

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Homemade Laundry Soap

I have making our own laundry soap off and on for a few years. It works great for us and is super cheap. Here is the recipe I use:

http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/04/09/making-your-own-laundry-detergent-a-detailed-visual-guide/

I challenge you to add these ingredients to your shopping list THIS week and try it!! My 10-year-old can do it!!

We also use straight vinegar in a downy ball for the rinse cycle!

Passionate Homemaking

This is a blog that I frequently read as it has wonderful tips on being frugal, green, and Godly!!

They are giving away a book called "The Mission Minded Family."

Wouldn't it be wonderful if the entire world raised their children to be mission minded, always seeking out the people who are in need and do not know Christ!!

Go check it out!

www.passionatehomemaking.com

I have had a sick baby boy so my posts have been very sporatic.