March 2026 Back to Basics Newsletter

 

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Spring has sprung – and in the west it seems like winter only made a short visit! As we “March” right into the new month- there are plenty of preparedness tasks to be mindful of. March celebrates St Patrick’s Day – and we can tap into that “luck ‘o the Irish” as we plant seeds and plan for a summer harvest. Now is the time we lay the foundation as we prepare the soil, plant the seeds, and prepare for the summer harvest and eventual winter storms. This applies to our gardens, but also to all temporal and spiritual preparedness. Take the opportunity of today to prepare for tomorrow. Take stock of your food and emergency supplies. Plant a garden. Plan for preserving the harvest. Include daily prayers and scripture study in your routine. Attend the temple regularly. Whatever that “preparation” looks like for you and your family - just Be Prepared!

 Included in this month's newsletter: 

Got Milk? - Amounts and tips for storing a basic milk supply.

Disaster Prep: Today While the Sun Shines! -  Thoughts and a suggestion list - of "daily tasks" that could be a game changer in case of a disaster. 

Spiritual Preparedness -  Quotes from President Russel M Nelson and President Ezra Taft Benson that encourage us in our gospel living and spiritual preparedness.

In the Southern Utah Garden -  Planting and garden/yard chores for this month.

Cooking with Food Storage - What's for Breakfast? - Recipes for Breakfast Peach Crisp, Biscuits, and Wheat Berry Cereal.

Food Storage - Quantity for each Family Member -  A list according to a variety of ages for amounts to store for a one year supply.

Food Storage Helps - Includes a link to "The Food Guys" online food calculator to figure storage amounts specific to  YOUR family!

A Blast from the Past! -  Two quotes from President Ezra Taft Benson to help us take a hard look at ourselves and where we are in our food storage endeavors.

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