52 Weeks, Week 9

 

52 Weeks to Family Preparedness for Two

Week 9

George Q. Cannon, Nov 1891, "It seems scarcely possible, in so fruitful a land as America that there should be famine; yet we have good reason to believe that sooner or later even this country, now so bountifully supplied with every product of nature, may be visited by famine; and we should not waste the bounties of the earth because of their abundance and their cheapness. We should garner our grains and fruits of the earth and preserve them so that we may have on hand sufficient to meet our wants should crops fail for one or more seasons. This is true prudence on our part and should be acted upon by every wise man and woman in this country, especially those who have faith in the predictions of God's servants."

Food Storage and Preparedness Challenge Of The Week:

Food Storage Purchase 8 Cans of meat (tuna, chicken, beef, etc.)

Extra Item Purchase 8 rolls of toilet paper

72 Hour Kit Place a set of scriptures in a Ziploc bag and add to your 72 hour kit. For small children add family photos and a favorite book

Family Preparation Provide a first-aid kit, a small bottle of consecrated oil, and scriptures for each car you own.

Spiritual Preparedness Memorize a verse of "Count Your Many Blessings" and contemplate the ways the Lord has blessed your life.

Tropical Fruit Salsa

1 can crushed pineapple, drained

1 can mandarin oranges drained and chopped

1 can mangoes, drained and chopped

1 can sliced jalapenos, drained and chopped (6 tbsp)

2 tbsp dried onion

Combine all ingredients and chill several hours. Serve with wheat crackers or tortilla chips or as topping for chicken, tuna, or bean patties. Makes about 3 ½ cups.

Three Bean Salad or Tropical Three Bean Salad

1 can black beans rinsed (1 ¾ cup) cooked

1 can kidney beans rinsed (1 ¾ cup)

1 can pinto beans rinsed (1 ¾ cup)

1 cup picante sauce

2 tbsp dried onion

1 can whole corn drained

Mix together beans, picante sauce, onion, and corn. Chill before serving. Serves 6 – 8 for main dish. You can substitute the picante sauce for the tropical salsa listed above for a great salad also.