Sunday, April 14, 2013


GARLAND 4th WARD PREPARE NOW NEWSLETTER
Issue 5
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“With revelation and prophecy as our guide, I think….we have hardly enough time to prepare! We teach self-reliance as a principle of life, that we ought to provide for ourselves, and take care of our own needs. And so we encourage our people to plan ahead, keep food on hand, and to establish a savings account, if possible, against a rainy day.”
President Gordon B. Hinckely: Ensign, November 1996, pg 50
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Seven Major Mistakes in Food Storage
By Vicki Tate There are seven serious problems that may occur trying to live on the basics: 1. Variety - Most people don't have enough variety in their storage. 95% of people have only stored the four: wheat, milk, honey, and salt. Statistics show most of us won't survive on such a diet for several reasons. a. Many people are allergic to wheat and may not be aware of it until they are eating it meal after meal. b. Wheat is too harsh for young children. They can tolerate it in small amounts but not as a main staple. c. We get tired of eating the same foods over & over & we prefer to not eat, than to sample that particular food again. This is appetite fatigue. Store less wheat than is suggested & put the difference into a variety of other grains, like ones your family likes to eat. Store a variety of beans. This adds color, texture & flavor. Variety is key to a successful storage program. Store flavorings such as tomato, bouillon, cheese, & onion. Include a supply of spices you like to cook with. These flavorings & spices allow you to do many creative things with your grains and beans. Without them you are severely limited.
2. Extended Staples - Few people get beyond storing the four basic items but it's extremely important that you do so. Never put "all your eggs in one basket." Store dehydrated and/or freeze dried foods as well as home canned & "store bought" canned goods. Be sure to add cooking oil, shortening, baking powder, soda, yeast & powdered eggs. You can't cook even the most basic recipes w/out these. Items that should be included in a well-balanced storage program are included in the "The New Cookin With Home Storage" cookbook.
3. Vitamins - Vitamins are important, especially if you have children, since children don’t store body reserves of nutrients as adults do. A good quality multi-vitamin & vitamin C most vital. Others might be added as your budget permits. 4. Quick and Easy and "Psychological Foods" - Quick & easy foods help you through times when you are physically/ psychologically unable to prepare your basic storage items. "No cook" foods such as freeze-dried are wonderful since they require little preparation. MRE's (Meal Ready to Eat), like many preparedness outlets carry, canned goods, etc. are also very good. "Psychological Foods" are the 'goodies' like Jello, pudding, candy, etc. you should add to your storage. These may sound frivolous, but through the years many people who have lived entirely on their storage for extended periods of time say these were the most helpful items in their storage to "normalize" their situations and make it more bearable.
Items to consider for April Purchases:
*Extra grains, beans & rice added to your long term supply.
*Bottle water and/or 1 or 5 gallon water containers.
*Set aside at least $5 cash every payday in your house NOT the bank.
*Keep your vehicle gas tank ½ full & fill up a 5 gallon gas can to store (add a product to prolong shelf life).
*When shopping for groceries buy extra items to help build your EXTREMLY IMPORTANT 3 MONTH SUPPLY OF EVERY DAY ITEMS.
*BIG ITEM:
*72 hour kit:
*Plus whatever else you fell inspired to do for your family’s needs
*Have you been to the Temple this month?
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5. Balance - Time & time again families have bought all of their wheat, then all of another item & so on. Don't do that. It's important to keep well-balanced as you build your storage. Buy
several items, rather than large quantities of one item. You’ll fare much
better having one month supply of a variety of items than a year's supply
of two or three items.
6. Containers: Always store bulk foods in food storage containers. Tons
and tons of food has been thrown away because they were left in sacks,
where they are highly susceptible to moisture, insects, and rodents. If you
are using plastic buckets make sure they are lined with a food grade plastic
 liner available from companies that carry packaging supplies.  Never use
trash can liners. These are treated w/pesticides. Don't stack too high. In an
earthquake they may topple, lids pop open, or crack. A better container is
the #10 tin.
7. Use Your Storage - One of the biggest problems is people storing
food & not knowing what to do w/it. It's vital that you & your family
become familiar with the things you are storing. You need to know how
to prepare these foods. You don’t want to have to learn this under stress.
Your family needs to be used to eating these foods. A stressful period is
not a good time to totally change your diet. Get a good food storage
cookbook and learn to use these foods! It's easy to solve the food storage
problems once you know what they are.

GARLAND 4th PREPARE NOW NEWSLETTER
Issue 4
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The blessings of temporal self-reliance become especially obvious in times of crises such as natural disasters, unemployment, or financial turmoil.  But spiritual self-reliance is equally crucial in such times.  The more self-reliant we are – both spiritually and temporally – the greater our ability to be an agent for good.  Living the principles of Self Reliance, Ensign, March 2013
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By Kellene Bishop, The Preparedness Pro; http://preparednesspro.com/ten-principles-of-preparedness-2/
Italics indicate what church leaders have touched on.

Church members are respon­sible for their own spiritual and temporal well-being.  Blessed with the gift of agency, they have the privilege of setting their own course, solving their own prob­lems, and striving to become self-reliant.  Self-reliance is the ability, com­mitment, and effort to provide the necessities of life for self and family.  As members become self-reliant, they are also better able to serve and care for others.  There are ten vital areas of preparedness to being prepared for an emergency whether it be a natural disaster, act of war, financial collapse, or just everyday situations in which you might need items from your preparedness pantry.  

 #1: Spiritual:  This has everything to do with your belief system.  It’s where you draw on peace even in the midst of chaos.  It’s also where you draw on knowledge and understanding of that which is to come.  Your spiritual preparedness needs to be fed on a regular basis.   If your spiritual preparedness is lacking, not much else you focus on will be of benefit to you.  Spirituality is essential to a person’s temporal and eternal well-being. Church members should exercise faith in Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ, obey God’s commandments, pray daily, study the scriptures and teachings of the latter-day proph­ets, attend Church meetings, and serve in Church callings and as­signments.

 #2: Mental: This deals with your knowledge level, skills, & mental rehearsals for chaotic scenarios and life.  This area requires constant nourishment, education, and deliberate thought.   The mental preparation is what prepares you in spite of the crazy looks and comments you get from friends and loved ones.  Expose yourself to as much learning experiences as you are able.  It will serve you well in a time of crisis as well as long-term survival.  Education provides understanding and skills that can help people develop self-reliance. Church members should study the scriptures and other good books. They should improve in their ability to read, write, and do basic mathematics. They should obtain as much education as they can, including formal or technical schooling where possible. This will help them develop their talents, find suitable employment, and make a valuable contribution to their families, the Church, and the community.  Education can en­rich, ennoble, and provide under­standing that leads to a happier life.

 #3: Physical:  Physical preparedness has to do with your physical strength and ability to maximize your physical strength, such as the use of wagons/wheel barrels, your ability to protect yourself & your family, as well as planning for any travel needs.  Keep in mind that your physical strength will be your primary asset when it comes to travel.  Strengthen your physical preparedness by adjusting your diet now to avoid foods that impede your performance or you won’t have access to later.  Exercise is critical for your physical preparedness as well.  You will inevitably be called upon to be more physical in your survival efforts in an emergency.  Perhaps you will need to trek 30 miles, do some heavy lifting to create a suitable shelter, or function w/out air conditioning/heat like you’re accustomed to.  Take precautions now so that you are better physically prepared later.  The Lord has commanded members to take care of their minds and bodies. They should obey the Word of Wisdom, eat nutritious food, exercise regularly, control their weight, and get adequate sleep. They should shun substances or practices that abuse their bodies or minds and that could lead to addiction. They should practice good sanitation and hygiene and obtain adequate medical and dental care. They should also strive to cultivate good relationships with family members and others.

 #4: MedicalThis includes having what you need for first-aid, existing medical needs, as well as sanitation.  First-aid needs include bandages, a field surgical kit, pain relievers, herbs/essential oils, as well as the knowledge to use such items.  Your existing medical needs will be a challenge since most individuals can’t get a year’s supply of prescription medicines.  Study up on alternative options available, such as herbal nutrition, essential oils, homeopathic care, etc.  If you can, set a goal to eliminate most, if not all of your prescription drugs.    As far as sanitation is concerned, you have to be sure you’ve thought this one through.  Digging a hole out in your back yard will not do. You’ve got to have the chemicals on hand to break down the waste, and holes have to be dug deep.  Plan on using some type of a disposal breakdown chemical regularly.  Disposing of waste, keeping it covered, and minimizing its location and effect on everything else around you will be critical in a time of emergency.  Understand that this aspect of preparation will not be simple.

 #5: Clothing/ShelterMany folks really overlook this area.  While being able to survive in your own home is ideal, it’s not necessarily possible for a myriad of different reasons.  Be sure that you’ve got SPARE clothing available for everyone & have it readily accessible.  Sturdy shoes will be critical—especially if you have to walk long distances to get to safety.  Be mindful of your clothing & your shelter accommodating either warm or cold weather.   Even if you are able to survive in your home, be sure you have tools on hand to reinforce it, such as hammers, nails, sheeting, duct tape, and even some plywood.  Be sure that you don’t have to rely on electricity & batteries for the use of your tools as well in the event of a solar flare or an EMP attack.

 #6: FuelYour fuel should be usable on as many tools as possible, & every responsible member of the family should be familiar with its use.  It’s critical that you know how much fuel you need for your family.  It’s also critical you know that the lights you’re relying on can actually put out enough light.   

 #7: WaterA two week supply of water is short-term.  As overwhelming as it may sound, you need one gallon of water/person/day.  That’s 365 gallons per person.  Yes, that’s a lot of barrels.  That’s just the MINIMUM.  You’ll be using water for drinking, cooking, cleaning, sanitation, and bathing.  There are different ways to conserve water, but you’ll want to employ those even if you do have the 365 gallons per person.  Water is the only thing that will keep your organs functioning properly.  You need water just as much in the cold as you do in the heat.  You use more energy to benefit from flavored water than you do just straight water.  You don’t need to treat your water before storing it if using tap water.  Treat it afterwards if necessary (8 drops of Clorox for 1 gallon of water). 

Items to consider for March Purchases
*Baking supplies: baking powder, Baking Soda, Salt, etc
*Set aside at least $5 cash every payday in your house NOT the bank.
*Keep your vehicle gas tank ½ full & fill up a 5 gallon gas can to store (add a product to prolong shelf life).
*When shopping for groceries buy extra items to help build your EXTREMELY IMPORTANT 3 MONTH SUPPLY OF EVERY DAY ITEMS.
*BIG ITEM: Solar Oven
*72 hour kit: Heat Cell™ Fuel (beprepared.com under essential gear – cooking)
*Plus whatever else you feel inspired to do for your family’s needs.
* Have you been to the Temple this month? 

 
#8: FoodBe familiar with the food that you’ve stored.  Be prepared to cook it without electricity.  Be sure that it’s nutritious.  90 days of food is SHORT-TERM.  Be sure that you have all of the tools on hand you will need that don’t require electricity.  Be sure you have nothing in your equipment stores that you have not used yet.  (In other words, don’t just buy that solar oven and put it in your basement.  Use it.)  To help care for themselves and their families, members should build a three-month supply of food that is part of their normal diet. Where local laws and circumstances permit, they should gradually build a longer-term supply of basic foods that will sustain life. They should also store drinking water in case the water supply becomes polluted or disrupted. (See All Is Safely Gathered In: Family Home Storage, 3.)

 #9: FinancialFinancial preparation isn’t just about having debt.  Most of us will
have a mortgage if nothing else.  It’s critical that you have goods with which to trade
such as wheat, sugar, and other stores that will be in high demand.  If you don’t
already have what you need, you will NOT be able to buy it amidst a mob of crazy
people who are unprepared.  To become financially self-reliant, members should pay
 tithes and offerings, avoid unnecessary debt, use a budget, and live within a plan.
They should gradually build a financial reserve by regularly saving a portion of their
 income. (See All Is Safely Gathered In: Family Finances, 3.)

#10: CommunicationIn order to be prepared for communication in an emergency,
you should have a very specific plan of communication with your family and friends.
 You should have a specific point of gathering agreed upon for everyone to meet in
the event of a disaster.  Additionally, plan on other forms of communication such as
a HAM radio, accompanied by the license and skill to operate.  Also plan on old
fashioned message delivery.  Being able to coordinate with the outside world will
become important during and after your initial crisis reaction.  Look for opportunities
to learn & strengthen your spiritual & mental preparedness first & foremost.  Everything else will appropriately follow.

#11 Employment
Work is the foun­dation upon which self-reliance and temporal well-being rest.  Members should prepare for and carefully select a suitable occu­pation or self-employment that will provide for their own and their families’ needs.  They should become skilled at their jobs, be diligent and trustworthy, and give honest work for the pay and benefits they receive.

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GARLAND 4th PREPARE NOW NEWSLETTER
Issue 3
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Be prepared, self-reliant, and independent. Times of plenty are times to live providently and lay up in store. Times of scarcity are times to live frugally and draw on those stores. -- Bishop Keith B. McMullin, (Ensign, Nov. 2002, p 96)
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Meal Planning

By Kimberley Eggleston, About.com Guide

One downfall for many is simply that when it comes to dinnertime, there is no plan for what to cook! The first step to avoiding this meal-time catastrophe is to take a little time to do some meal planning at the beginning of the week so that you are well-stocked and prepared for the dinnertime crunch.

1. Plan the Basics

As you plan a menu for the week, ask three questions.
1.  What are the preferences of your family or guests?  Try new flavors to broaden your enjoyment of foods. However, as you are planning, you may want to take into consideration any special needs of your family and guests. For example, will you be serving somebody who practices vegetarianism? This will definitely alter your meal choice.
2.   What will I have time for? Do plan in advance for busy nights. A quick meal will be in order for a busy night.
3.   What is in the refrigerator that needs to be used? Perhaps you have a cut of fish waiting to be used in the refrigerator. To avoid wasting it, you might want to plan a meal that uses ingredients before they spoil.

 

Items to consider for February Purchases
*Extra grains, beans & rice to add to your long term supply
*Bottled water and/or 1 or 5 gallon water containers
*Set aside at least $5 cash every payday in your house NOT the bank.
*Keep your vehicle gas tank ½ full & fill up a 5 gallon gas can to store (add a product to prolong shelf life).
*When shopping for groceries buy extra items to help build your EXTREMELY IMPORTANT 3 MONTH SUPPLY OF EVERY DAY ITEMS.
*Big Item: Hygiene products
*72 Hr kit: Hygiene products: hand towels, soap, shampoo, dental items, etc.
*Plus whatever else you feel inspired to do for your family’s needs.
*Have you been to the temple this month?

 
2. Keep Meals Balanced

Especially with low calorie cooking, you will want to make sure your
meals are balanced. While many of us think that the main dish of the
meal must consist of some type of meat or fish, today's balanced meal
actually includes a much larger proportion of whole grains, vegetables,
 and fruits with a small serving of meat "on the side" or mingled in with
 the dish. A small serving of meat means 2-3 ounces, or a portion about
the size of a deck of cards. By making the remainder of the meal full of
grains and especially fruits and vegetables, you will automatically boost
the nutritional content of your meal while keeping the calories low. One
way to accomplish this may be to include a side dish of vegetables and
fruits as well as a small salad.

 

3. Scour the Pantry for Ingredients You Have on Hand

Your next step in planning will be to make your shopping list. But, before
you make a comprehensive list of all the ingredients you will need for the
week's meal choices, check to see what you might already have on hand.
You may have ingredients that you have forgotten about, and you don't
want to find yourself buying extra items that you may already have stashed behind the peanut butter.

 

4. Make Your List and Shop the Ads

Once you have decided which ingredients you will need to purchase at the grocery store, you are finally ready to make your shopping list. While you are preparing your list, you may want to shop the week's ads to find out where the best deals are on the items you need. There may be great money-saving possibilities by finding deals and even clipping a coupon or two along the way. And now you are ready to go to the grocery store, and be prepared for a week's worth of healthy meals.

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GARLAND 4th PREPARE NOW NEWSLETTER
Issue 2
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We live in a most exciting and challenging period in human history. As technology sweeps through every facet of our lives, changes are occurring so rapidly that it can be difficult for us to keep our lives in balance. To maintain some semblance of stability in our lives, it is essential that we plan for our future. I believe it is time, and perhaps with some urgency, to review the counsel we have received in dealing with our personal and family preparedness. We want to be found with oil in our lamps sufficient to endure to the end. - L. Tom Perry (Ensign, Nov 1995, p 35)
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10 Things I Wish I Had Known About Food Storage 10 Years Ago
By Kellene Bishop; Copyright 2009 Preparedness Pro & Kellene Bishop.  All rights reserved. 
1.   Yeast will last indefinitely if stored in your freezer!  Outside the freezer it only lasts a year, Inside the freezer it lasts over 5 yrs. 
3.   Cooking with a pressure cooker is a sanity saver.  They are fast, nutritious, fuel friendly and SO easy to use! 
4.   Yes, you can CAN MEATS!  Simply stuff the RAW meat into a mason jar with a bit of salt, put the clean lids on it, put the jars in your pressure canner for the recommended period of time, and VOILA! 
5.  Cheese wax is a God-send!  The cheese will keep for 25 years using this method.
6.  Preserving eggs that I buy from the store is a snap!  Use a quarter cup of warmed mineral oil and coat the eggs that you buy from the store.  Store them pointed side down in a Styrofoam carton, in a cool/dry place.   You have REAL eggs for up to 9 months.
7.  I never have to live without yummy chocolate again!  I can buy all of the candy bars/Hershey kisses/chocolate chips, stuff in a Mason jar, and w/a Food Saver jar attachment, seal them for YEARS!  This works for ANYTHING that doesn’t require refrigeration. 
8.  ONLY store what you eat.  If you don’t eat it, you won’t eat it, and thus it’s a waste of money. 
9.  You can have meals already made, cooked, and stored in a Mason jar! 
Items to consider for January Purchases
*Extra grains, beans & rice to add to your long term supply
*Bottled water and/or 1 or 5 gallon water containers
*Set aside at least $5 cash every payday in your house NOT the bank.
*Keep your vehicle gas tank ½ full & fill up a 5 gallon gas can to store (add a product to prolong shelf life).
*When shopping for groceries buy extra items to help build your EXTREMELY IMPORTANT 3 MONTH SUPPLY OF EVERY DAY ITEMS.
*BIG ITEM: Hand Wheat Grinder
*72 hour kit: Obtain/designate a container for each member of the family.  i.e. backpack, duffle bag, luggage on wheels, etc.
*Plus whatever else you feel inspired to do for your family’s needs.
* Have you been to the Temple this month? 

 
You can bake bread, cake, cookies, casseroles, pudding, and more, in a Mason

 jar, seal it, and they will last for SEVERAL years!  Do it in comfort now, so
you can live in comfort even in the worst of disasters!  
10.  Solar ovens are the bomb–not just in an emergency, but every single
day the sun shines!  I’ve essentially tripled the life of the fuel that I have stored,
since I won’t need to use any of it on cooking anymore except on cloudy or rainy
days.

Canning Information:
Mylar Bag sealer
Sandy Guest (Garland 4th Ward)
Can Sealer – East Side of the Stake
Alicia Wilson (Sachse Ward)
972-414-1375; tomaliwilson@yahoo.com (Best contacted through email!)
Can Sealer – West side of the Stake
Alison Thorsen (Dallas 4th Ward)
972-490-6542; rsathorsen@sbcglobal.net
Carrollton Texas Home Storage Center:
Carrollton, Texas; Office: 972-242-8595; Fax: 972-245-9095
Debra Bartlett, Manager972-625-170;  debra4720@hotmail.com
DRY-PACK CANNING: Wednesdays: 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. [No appointment required]
WARD DRY-PACK CANNING SESSIONS: by apt only. Thur. or Fri. 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. or Saturdays 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

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GARLAND 4th PREPARE NOW NEWSLETTER
Issue 1
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Dear Brothers and Sisters:
Our Heavenly Father created this beautiful earth, with all its abundance, for our benefit and use. His purpose is to provide for our needs as we walk in faith and obedience. He has lovingly commanded us to “prepare every needful thing” (see D&C 109:8) so that, should adversity come, we may care for ourselves and our neighbors and support bishops as they care for others.   We encourage Church members worldwide to prepare for adversity in life by having a basic supply of food and water and some money in savings. We ask that you be wise as you store food and water and build your savings.    Do not go to extremes; it is not prudent, for example, to go into debt to establish your food storage all at once. With careful planning, you can, over time, establish a home storage supply and a financial reserve.   We realize that some of you may not have financial resources or space for such storage. Some of you may be prohibited by law from storing large amounts of food. We encourage you to store as much as circumstances allow.  May the Lord bless you in your home storage effort.
The First Presidency
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Disaster preparedness is actually simple and subtle.  True emergency readiness is all about the confidence you gain from being more self-reliant.  It’s not about fear, it’s not about expensive equipment, and it’s not about changing your lifestyle.  It’s about learning to recognize the solutions and assets that surround us on a daily basis.  (Author unknown)
We must be prepared for any kind of disaster that may come our way.  Preparing for these disasters includes researching those that are most likely to occur near our home.  However, being prepared for an emergency does not just mean securing our home against natural disasters.  Our spiritual and physical health should also be prepared for emergencies that may come, i.e. tornados, floods, ice storms, etc.
How to Prepare a Family Identity Binder.
*Purchase a 1/2”-1” view binder.
*Copy enough Personal Identify Forms for each family member and fill out a form for each family member.
*Take each family member’s fingerprints.
*Gather photos (close up & whole body) of each family member, put in sheet protectors, & put in binder.
*Gather Family identity Binder Documents such as those on the following list. Copy and/or scan each document. Keep hard copies in the family identity binder and/or put scanned files on a thumb drive/c.d. Store in a safe place such as the 72-hr kit, and/or with an out of area trusted family member/friend. Update information annually, or as necessary.
Items to consider for December Purchases
*Extra grains, beans & rice to add to your long term supply
*Bottled water and/or 1 or 5 gallon water containers
*Set aside at least $5 cash every payday in your house NOT the bank.
*Keep your vehicle gas tank ½ full & fill up a 5 gallon gas can to store (add a product to prolong shelf life).
*When shopping for groceries buy extra items to help build your EXTREMELY IMPORTANT 3 MONTH SUPPLY OF EVERY DAY ITEMS.
*Water barrel and/or a water purifying product
*Do you  have Consecrated oil in your supply?
*Have you been to the temple this month?

Prepare 72 hour kits for all family members.  Not only will you need food items but clothing, toiletries, prescription medications, etc.
 
_______ Birth/Death Certificate(s)
_______ Marriage Certificate(s)/Divorce Papers
_______ Adoption Papers
_______ Social Security Card
_______ Driver’s Licenses
_______ Passports
_______ Temple Recommends
_______ Patriarchal Blessing
_______ Immunization/Health Documentation
_______ Health Insurance Card
_______ Fingerprints
_______ Detailed Personal Descriptions & pictures
_______ Homeowner’s/Life/Car Insurance Policies
_______ Contracts
_______ Wills
_______ $100 cash, in small bills
_______ Emergency contact info
_______ Proof of Last Address
_______ Checks/Bank Account #s
_______ Inventory of Valuable Household goods (insurance purposes)
_______ List of all credit card numbers and contact info (800 numbers) for each
This list is a combination of a few lists. 
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