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November is a month of gratitude. We have
finished the harvest, and hopefully all is “safely gathered in – ere the winter
storms begin.” It is a month to gather with families, not only for Thanksgiving
Dinner, but for other “fall activities”. It is also a great month to be sure we
are prepared! This year we are hearing loud noise from around the “world.”
There are wars, rumors of wars, political and social unrest. But we have been admonished
for over 100 years to prepare! So present day military preparations and
countries issuing warnings and “to do” lists, should not alarm us! Let us take
inventory of our supplies, and resupply as needed. With calm, peace, and purpose. Focus with
intention on your food and emergency storage. The calm of preparedness always
trumps the noise of pending adversity. We will be able to say, as Elder Joseph
B Wirthlin once said, “Come what may and love it.” If you feel a little “late to the game” –
remember - There is no time like the present! No matter where you are on the path of
preparedness – this month you can add to, polish up, or begin immediately – and
give your family the peace that preparedness brings!
Emergency Preparedness - A list of things to help get your family ready with supplies and plans for any emergency.
Five Principles of Preparedness - Five basic ideas to keep us safe in times of trouble, and provide insurance to a good standard of living no matter what is going on around you.
Words to the Wise - a quote from Elder David A Bednar concerning emergency plans, supplies and food storage.
In the Southern Utah Garden - A list of tasks for the month of November in the yard and garden.
Spiritual Preparedness - Quotes from Elders Neil L Anderson and David A Bednar to help us with our faith in Christ, and to receive ordinances.
Provident Living: Money Saving Tips -Ideas to help save money in food purchases and the power bill.
Cooking with Food Storage - A Heritage Thanksgiving - Recipes for your Thanksgiving Feast with ingredients from your storage shelves.
Click here for a complete copy of the November 2026 Back to Basics Newsletter.
