Be Prepared

Yesterday I attended a preparedness workshop given by our church. There were several displays set up along with a presentation by our local Red Cross Emergency Response Team. What an interesting meeting. Of course like all good things, there were few in attendance, which was disappointing. There were displays on: the Red Cross, 72 hour emergency kits, generators, food storage and I think there was one more which I am unsure of. I helped out with the food storage table. We displayed different ways to preserve food. For an example, we had a dehydrator, foil sealing bags, mason jars, and the number ten size cans. We had a lady ( Thanks Marie!) running the sealer for all to see. This is a new way for us, so we are all just learning how to use it. It is amazing the ways we have to store and keep our food safe. I really believe that if we are prepared we will not fear and are also less likely to become a victim ourselves. At home, we are trying to put together a 72 hour kit for our family. This is something that will be a continually job for a little while. I hope others will take the opportunity to get prepared for whatever may come their way. Preparedness needs to happened before the event starts. If we wait until something bad happens, it will be too late. Remember, if Noah waited to build his ark until the rain started, He would have been in trouble. Let's not be caught unprepared.