Weekly Wisdom #12

 

Weekly Wisdom #12

Motivational Monday - When Disaster Strikes, the Time to Prepare Has Passed - The degree of our preparation will be equal to the extent of our obedience. This will in turn determine our peace of mind and the degree of normal life we will be able to enjoy during the difficult times ahead.

Some food for thought – It really is all about the obedience!

Brigham Young warned," If you are without food, how much wisdom can you boast!"

Timely Tuesday – Well winter hit us with a vengance in so many places this weekend. This is the time of year that we need to remember to dress in layers when we go anywhere. Layering clothes helps to prepare us for any conditions or activities, disasters, or storms. Use three layers when thinking of how to dress for the weather.

Underwear – this provides a basic insulation and will move the moisture away from the skin, preventing chill when your activity stops. Choose long underwear, or thin, snug fitting pants and a long sleeved t-shirt

Insulation – use one or more layers depending on the severity of the weather, including layers of pants to keep your legs warm, sweaters, and other types of sweatshirts are good insulators as well.

Outer clothing – wear clothing that is windproof and waterproof is possible. A good fit is very important. If it is too big, heat loss can happen quickly, and too small and you may not have enough room for other layers.

Workin' Wednesday – Today is the day to gather a few of the non food type items that we need to have especially for winter / flu season. Here is a small list of items, but adjust it according to what you think your family would need in case of.....

cough / cold medications, cough drops, various versions of pain relief, cotton balls, herbal or natural medications, antibacterial soaps and wipes, and hand sanitizer. These basic items should be included in your 72 hour kits / first aid kits / and flu kits. Of course add any other items that you think your family would need.

Thrifty Thursday - "Wherever possible, produce your non food necessities of

life." Improve your sewing skills; sew and mend clothing for your family. Develop handicraft skills as the sisters have told us, and make or build needed items."

(Spencer W. Kimball, "Family Preparedness," Ensign, May 1976, pp 124-25

EMERGENCY SEWING KIT

• Suitable container with lid

• Small scissors

• Straight pins and safety pins

• Sewing needles and a variety of thread colors

• A few buttons

• Tape measure or ruler

Food Storage Friday – I have found this in several newsletters and a couple of emails from various people, and so the original source I am unsure of, but it is some great information.

Where Do I Store My Family's Food Storage ?

The coolest parts of your home are the best locations. Under beds, inside closets, inside cabinets and consider building an insulated shed outside your home.

A one-year supply for one person requires approximately 100, number 10 cans.

Under bed storage: How many number 10 cans can I fit under my bed ?

(Packed in cardboard cases – 6 cans to a case)

Double: 96 Queen: 108 King: 120

Inside a closet:

Use the number 10 can cardboard cases as a shoe shelf.

6 cans fit into one case, the case size is 13 inches wide x 19 inches long x 7 inches tall.

Water Storage:

The best location is on the north side of your home or garage, where the water containers receive the least amount of sunlight. For added protection, after you have added bleach and sealed the containers cover them (including the sides and top) with black plastic sheeting.

Non-perishables:

Other storage items that are non-perishable can be stored in warmer areas like your garage.

Recipe – Here is a great soup recipe for a hot day. Make this and eat with some fresh home made hot bread. Yummmm!

Crockpot Navy Bean Bacon Chowder

1 ½ cups dried navy beans, rinsed and drained ( or one can )

2 cups cold water

6 slices bacon

1 medium carrot sliced

1 stalk celery chopped

1 med onion chopped

1 tsp dried italian seasoning

1/8 tsp black pepper

1 large can chicken broth (46 oz) or water and chicken bouillon

1 cup milk

Soak beans overnight in the water. Cook bacon in medium pan over medium heat. Drain and crumble. Combine carrot, celery, onion, seasonings, beans and bacon in crockpot. Mix and pour in broth. Cover and cook on low for 7 – 9 hours or until beans are cooked tender. Ladle 2 cups of soup into blender and process until smooth. Return to crockpot. Add milk, cover and heat on high for 10 more minutes until heated through. Serves 6.