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Summertime,
and the livin’ is easy! In August, orchards and gardens are our personal “Garden
of Eatin’ – fishing or camping offer relaxing days – and star gazing is enjoyed
as we listen to the crickets chirping song. We welcome the shade of a Mulberry
tree, and appreciate the modern convenience of the AC! This summer in Utah, we
have felt the blessings of monsoon rains again (it has been a few years.)
Monsoons bring humidity - but it’s worth it for the much needed blessing of
moisture. In all our feasting on the good of the land and enjoying the times in
which we live, let us always remember to continue to be ready to care for our
families. The garden gives us produce to save for a winter day. The camping
lets us practice emergency skills. And the rains let us be thankful for
blessings, and encourage righteous living so God will send us more. Each day of
summer is a good day to add to our preparedness. The best person to care for
your family is you! Make the best of this summertime easy livin’!
Included in this month's newsletter:
Chicken Time - Live Storage: tips on setting up yourself a chicken coop for eggs and meat!
Cleanliness is next to Godliness - Personal and Family Hygiene - a list to help store cleaning items for home and family.
In the Southern Utah Garden - tips for August garden, yard, and drought.
Not Your Mother's First Aid Kit - a list of items not usually in a first aid kit.
Using the August Harvest - recipes for Zucchini Pickle Relish, Zucchini Bread and Butter Pickles, and Prickly Pear Jelly.
Disaster Prep - the difference of one day. Decide today what you need!
Spiritual Preparedness - a quote from President Nelson.
