September is a favorite
month for many: it brings cooling temperatures and the harvest begins to wind up.
What a satisfying feeling to see the freshly bottled produce lining the storage
shelves. Some are still enjoying their garden and looking forward to a fall harvest.
Let us each be sure to finish the summer strong. If you meant to do some
canning, there is still much available. Fall case lot sales will soon arrive to
help you fill your shelves. September is also National Preparedness Month. We
have been encouraged to make a plan to stay safe and communicate in case of a
disaster. Floods, fires, winds, power outages or water disruption are happening
all over this land - and we never know when an earthquake might hit. But, as with
all things, if we are prepared we need not fear. We can focus this month on finishing the
harvest and making a plan for emergencies. Then we will know- like the song
says – all is safely gathered in.
What a peaceful feeling to know YOU are prepared!
Included in this newsletter:
First Aid Tips - the best first aid is prevention! In case of an accident here are a few tips for your first aid kit and protocol. (Burns, Sprains, Bleeding, CPR, and Injuries).
A Blast from the Past: Quotes that have warned us for years to Be Prepared from church leaders.
Provident Living: A penny saved is a penny earned - so try these cost cutters to help keep you and yours clean.
In the Southern Utah Garden: ideas for September planting, leaving carrots and onions in the ground, planting fruit trees, taking care of weeds, lawn fertilizing and flowers.
Disaster Prep: Have a drill, get your 72 hour kit together, and do an earthquake "Tie down" in your home.
Modern Root Cellar: turn a window well into a root cellar. Tips on storing items there.
Fall Harvest Canning: Prickly Pear Jelly, Zucchini Pickle Relish, and Dried Swiss Chard.
Click here to download a complete copy of September 2015 Back to Basics Newsletter.
