Another year is quickly
drawing to a close. It seems fitting that we end each year with the celebration
of the birth of our Savior. This truly is “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year”.
We turn our thoughts to Christ as we hang the decorations, act out the
Nativity, or join in a Sub-for-Santa project. The traditions we enjoy draw
families closer and make for life long memories. It is a joyous season. As our
thoughts turn to the Savior let us remember to do as He has asked – and “Be
Prepared.” He has said “If ye are prepared ye shall not fear.” That preparedness
comes in many forms. A temporal preparedness means that the storage room
shelves are stocked, gas cans are full, disaster practices have been held, and
we are staying out of debt and saving for a rainy day! Spiritual preparedness
means the scriptures are well read, church meetings attended, we serve those
less fortunate, and have a testimony growing. May we honor the Savior at the commemoration
of His birth by doing as He has asked us to.
And remember – Preparedness
really is not a destination; it is a way of life!
Included in this month's newsletter:
A Preparedness Christmas: a list of things to give as preparedness gifts - home canned items, camping, outdoor cooking, solar, radio, candles (includes recipe), prepackaged items, fire starters.
Spiritual Preparedness: quotes from Robert D Hales (Building on the Rock of Heaven for the latter day winds and rains...) and Dallin H Oaks (Challenges of last days everywhere - but we know the outcome!)
Build a food storage for $5 to $15 a month: a list of 52 items to purchase weekly to build a storage slow and steady.
In the Southern Utah Garden: time to put the garden to rest - and relax yourself!
Cooking with Food Storage:Make some Christmas goodies from your food storage this year! Recipes for Pinto Cream Pie, Old Bottled Fruit Cake, Easy Cheesecake and Basic Pudding.
How to use Powdered Milk without having to Drink it! Recipes for using milk in your cooking: whole milk, evaporated milk, whipped milk, buttermilk, and condensed milk.
Disaster Prep: General suggestions relative to a variety of emergencies such as air pollution, chemical spill, earthquake, fire, flood, nuclear attack, wind/tornado, or winter storm. The course of action to remember in any disaster.
A Prepared Soul...Nurturing the Mind: winter is the perfect time to read a good book!
Click here for a complete copy of the December 2014 Back to Basics Newsletter.
