Cannery Bulk Ordering...

This coming month we aren't canning! I need a break... I have had a lot of requests for potato pearls. I will be picking up bulk items instead. Potato Pearls, Pancake Mix, and Starter Kits. I need checks by August 17th at 8pm. Here is the ORDER FORM, and the INSTRUCTIONS. Any questions see me on sunday, or leave a comment in the comments section.

Babies, the 5 senses way to prepare

Children are a special case in preparing for an emergency. Stress from a situation, combined with strange food, strange places, and circumstances, can adversely effect the little ones 10x more than an adult. Work off the senses, since a baby can not tell you what will relax and calm him/her.

Sight
Let's face it, you are the most wonderful sight to baby!But to help, in an emergency shelter or situation, pick a spot away from the crowd. Create a family space. (the emergency buckets make a great "wall") Also, farthest from bathrooms is ideal. When we go camping, the first thing we do is set up the tent, make beds(cots) with pillows, & blankies. Get the kitchen stuff out, & set up our spaces for cooking, washing hands & dishes, food, shade. All the packaging and bins get put away so that we are organized, and ready for camping! This is our family home base. As mom taking charge and setting up base is going to sooth not only baby, but family too!

Hearing


You know what sends your kids off to dreamland, & even playing a CD in the background during the day can take the edge off a sticky situation. Be sure to pack an ipod or a small cd player with some soothing music. Everyone appreciates some rolling waves behind the piano strains of Bach.

Smell


A warming pack infused with lavender & chamomile is a way to wrap that sweet one in relaxation. The smell will send everyone into a dreamy sleep. Ok, maybe not, but baby will think you are so fancy.

Taste


Babies over six months can eat solid food, it just needs to be mushed, & thinned. Have some dry milk as well. Baby food in glass jars keeps for quite awhile, so stock up & rotate. I also have stocked up on whole grain rice cereal, even though my little guy is 14 months. It adds nutrition, bulk, & poofs up in hungry tummies! Formula for younger than 6 months is essential. DO NOT count on breast milk! I repeat, do no count on breast milk!!! Mom's possible lowered nutrition, water intake, and foreign food taste,can change breast milk. Also, although I do not want to think of it, the possibility you aren't there. You must have formula and bottles available. Glass bottles are a must they can be sterilized in boiling water over an open flame. If there is no formula available, here is a recipe for making formula you can write and add to your kit.

Formula Recipe:not mine, this is complements of Preparedness Pro
Combine 6 tablespoons of nonfat dry milk, 2 teaspoons of quality vegetable oil, and 1 teaspoon of sugar (ONLY REAL SUGAR—no alternatives) in one cup of purified water (boiled, pasteurized, etc.). Thoroughly mix all the ingredients and allow the mixture to cool to room temperature before serving to your child.

Touch


Soft toys, soft blankets, & soft mom. That is pretty much what teeny guys need. Older babies will need some toys too. Make sure to pack toys that are easy to clean & disinfect. Plastic keys, plastic pop-beads, and other age appropriate toys. Nothing with annoying noises, or things that require batteries. Some great, study plastics are great! Get creative, even some measuring cups, mixing spoons, and Tupperware can pull double duty as entertainment. Purchase bright colors for baby fun, and also to know it is yours!

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Flood Season

During a Flood
If a flood is likely in your area, you should:
• Listen to the radio or television for information.
• Be aware that flash flooding can occur. If there is any possibility of a flash flood, move immediately to higher ground. Do not wait for instructions to move.
• Be aware of streams, drainage channels, canyons, and other areas known to flood suddenly. Flash floods can occur in these areas with or without such typical warnings as rain clouds or heavy rain.
If you must prepare to evacuate, you should do the following:
• Secure your home. If you have time, bring in outdoor furniture. Move essential items to an upper floor.
• Turn off utilities at the main switches or valves if instructed to do so. Disconnect electrical appliances. Do not touch electrical equipment if you are wet or standing in water.
If you have to leave your home, remember these evacuation tips:
• Do not walk through moving water. Six inches of moving water can make you fall. If you have to walk in water, walk where the water is not moving. Use a stick to check the firmness of the ground in front of you.
• Do not drive into flooded areas. If floodwaters rise around your car, abandon the car and move to higher ground if you can do so safely. You and the vehicle can be quickly swept away.
Driving Flood Facts
The following are important points to remember when driving in flood conditions:
• Six inches of water will reach the bottom of most passenger cars causing loss of control and possible stalling.
• A foot of water will float many vehicles.
• Two feet of rushing water can carry away most vehicles including sport utility vehicles (SUV’s) and pick-ups.
After a Flood
The following are guidelines for the period following a flood:
• Listen for news reports to learn whether the community’s water supply is safe to drink.
• Avoid floodwaters; water may be contaminated by oil, gasoline, or raw sewage. Water may also be electrically charged from underground or downed power lines.
• Avoid moving water.
• Be aware of areas where floodwaters have receded. Roads may have weakened and could collapse under the weight of a car.
• Stay away from downed power lines, and report them to the power company.
• Return home only when authorities indicate it is safe.
• Stay out of any building if it is surrounded by floodwaters.
• Use extreme caution when entering buildings; there may be hidden damage, particularly in foundations.
• Service damaged septic tanks, cesspools, pits, and leaching systems as soon as possible. Damaged sewage systems are serious health hazards.
• Clean and disinfect everything that got wet. Mud left from floodwater can contain sewage and chemicals.

(From the clark county website)

July Success

Thanks to all who came to the cannery. We had a very successful, and quick team that zoomed through filling, sealing, and loading cans! I don't have any pics from last night, but I do have pics from June's canning. Love our hairnets?

Not Everyone Is There to Help You

I recently read an article in the L.A. Times about a company that basically prey's on the people who have been hit by disaster. They follow in the wake of disasters and get people to trust them with their insurance money to rebuild, and end up taking off with it. Read the article HERE

You may say, "well that I would never fall for a scam like that!" However,think of your state of mind at that time. If your home is gone, all your things, uncertainty all around. A very helpful looking person convinces you he is there to help, this is his expertise. He is a volunteer, doing a charitable service for you.

The way to avoid this is to look into your home owners insurance NOW, not when the situation has already happened. Find out from your agent exactly what will happen if say, your house burned down, you want to know the step by step process and time frame. Write this information down, and keep it with your other important papers, and keep it in a fireproof safe. You should have agents cards, phone numbers and all your pertinent info there anyhow. This way, you already KNOW what is going to happen. Then you can tell the nice man that you don't need his service, your agent (who's name & number you know) is already helping.

JULY CANNING INFO

Greetings from Andrea Truelson, your friendly ward Cannery Specialist!

The Southern Hills Ward is scheduled at the Cannery on Wednesday, July 15th from 6-8pm.

On the attached order form, the four (4) items we will can are highlighted.

1. Fill in the top of the order form with your Name,and Phone number.
2. Indicate the number of cans of highlighted items desired, it is easiest to get 6 cans, as that is the number that fit in a box. If you have a large order, please plan on attending to help.
3. Attach a signed check made out to Las Vegas Cannery with your correct phone number listed on your check. DO NOT put in the dollar amount. I will fill in the amount and bring you back a receipt for the actual items purchased. (This is the procedure recommended by the cannery director, as prices can change and product availability is sometimes limited. We don’t know for sure if all items are available until we get there.)
4. Return completed order form and attached check to Andrea Truelson, by MONDAY July 13th (those planning to attend also need to get order forms to me by this date, so I may make a final count)
5. I’ll also need about 8 people to assist me at the cannery, and a few willing to drive. Sign-ups will go around every week until the canning date. Contact me at 810-9367 with questions or concerns. If you get the voicemail, leave a message and I will call you back. Or contact me via email at truelson@cox.net
   

HERE is the order form to print out and get to me, I have extras on hand if you would like to just drop buy and fill one out!!! We are only canning Sugar, Dry Onion, Fruit Drink Mix, & Apple Slices in #10 cans so please fill out accordingly.

July 15th canning

HI everyone, I will accept orders for the cannery until 8pm on Monday the 13th! Call me or email me with questions!