Stock Your Kit--The Low Stress Way!

Recent earthquakes got you freaked out? Can't figure out how to make an emergency kit on a budget? We can help! This is a re-run of a previous series that I did in 2009. We have a lot of new readers and I wanted to make sure that everyone learned how easy it can be to put together a great emergency kit, without dropping a whole bunch of dough at once.

Putting together a well-stocked disaster supply kit doesn't have to be an overwhelming and costly task! If you just put a few extra items in your shopping cart over the next 12 weeks, you will find yourself with an amazing resource to help you withstand whatever disaster is thrown your way. It may be sunny today, but that dismal weather will return---it always does. Remember our motto--the only difference between adventure and disaster is preparedness! Example: the electricity is out for two days and you're stuck at home. Disaster would be if you had no emergency lighting, blankets, water or ready-to-eat food. Major catastrophe. Adventure would be to light some candles, eat some camping food and tell ghost stories. Wholesome fun for the whole family, right?! A day at Disneyland, it's not, but it's better than sitting in the dark, while hungry and cold. Make sure that dreary image stays with you on your next trip to the grocery store.

So, here is "Week 1" of your 12-week shopping guide. Just toss in these extra goodies each week, you'll barely notice the extra cost and one day you might be very glad to have them. You can thank me later, I accept cash.
WEEK 1
* 2 boxes of large plastic zip bags (to keep things organized and waterproof)
* 2 rolls aluminum foil (for emergency cooking)
* 2 boxes heavy duty garbage bags (for sanitation, garbage, shelter, whatever)
* Large portable plastic tote with lid (to store everything in)
See that wasn't so bad! Check us out next Wednesday to see your next mission...