Are you prepared for upcoming emergencies? #motownmom #homesteading
I know you barely have enough to pay the bills and you’re not looking for another worry, but when emergencies happen we want to be proactive and not reactive
I’m not a prepper expert or some homesteading genius, but I’ve always been on my toes.
Perhaps being from Detroit made me like this. I also would say growing up with my father also put a little of it in me.
- From every paycheck I would take 5 to 20 dollars and use it on emergency food and supplies
- I kept a list on Amazon of emergency supplies and when I had built up a fund I could use it
- I had a bag with copies of emergency papers and cards. For immunization records I would ask them for a duplicate (most times I could get them for free upon asking).
- There was always a go bag near the set of emergency papers. The kids knew if there was ever an emergency grab the bags and get out of the house.
- I had a pantry where at the bottom was the emergency food and medicine so I could do a FIFO and continually use it so it wouldn’t go bad.
- Dry packs and Ziplocks are life. Get them and put them in your emergency places to make sure your good, paperwork and supplies stay dry.
The picture above is just to get you started. Start with short term (72 hours) and then push it to six months, one year and finally a 3 to 5 year plan. This isn’t going to be something you can do over night. It took be about a good twenty years to really have a good five year plan and that includes extra land I could go to, a portable solar powered solution and I’m even going to invest in a fallout/panic room where I say and solar back up on my home.
Initially, if you can’t go with a large solar generator, you can always start with a smaller battery your car can charge or get a smaller battery rechargeable battery (at least 100w), and then an inverter that your solar panels can plug into as well.
This battery takes electrical and solar input. It’s enough to charge a laptop and phones, possibly a low powered cPap and keep a mini desk refrigerator running for about 8 hrs.
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I like the two AC plugs the most because most units this size only come with one.
How many of these items do you have in your house right now?
Happy preparing for emergencies
Save Money, help your neighborhood – get a membership in Detroit People’s Food Co-op
Join DPFC in the mission to bring fresh & healthy food options to Detroit. Owned & driven by the community.
The Detroit People’s Food Co-op is an African American led, community-owned grocery cooperative. The co-op’s purpose is to provide improved access to healthy food and food education to Detroit residents. Meeting the needs of the community is achieved through the democratic control of the co-op by its member/owners.
Benefits of Co-op Membership:
- Being part of an organization dedicated to contributing to the health and self-determination of our community.
- Having a say in the co-op’s activities and future.
- Shopping discounts, deals and potential patronage refunds.
- Opportunities to share knowledge and build community.
How can you get involved In the Detroit People’s Food Co-op?
The first step is to JOIN! Membership is open to individuals who are residents of Michigan and over 21 years of age. The price to purchase a share in the co-op is currently $200 per person (one person per share please). The share price can be paid in one lump sum or spread out over ten monthly installment payments.
You can join at any of our in-person presentations or tabling events, by stopping by the DPFC office during office hours – currently Mondays 3-5pm and Wednesdays 12-2pm, or by mailing in an application form with payment. The DPFC office is located inside the Detroit Black Community Food Security Network office at 11000 W. McNichols Road, Suite 103, Detroit, MI 48221. For more information, please call (833) DPFC313 or (833) 373-2313
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Depression Era Salad: A Nostalgic Recipe for Fresh Garden Delights
Ingredients:
– 1 head of shredded cabbage (about 2 lbs.)
– 3 carrots, sliced
– 2 green peppers (or substitute with sliced cucumbers)
– 1 large red onion, thinly sliced
– 1 bunch of radishes, thinly sliced
– 1/2 bunch of celery
Dressing:
– 1 cup vegetable oil (or your preference)
– 1/2 cup warm water
– 1 1/2 cup white vinegar
– 10 to 12 tablespoons sugar
– 1 tablespoon salt
– 1 tablespoon garlic powder
Instructions:
1. Slice all the vegetables and place them in a large bowl.
2. In a separate bowl, mix sugar, salt, and garlic powder with warm water. Stir until dissolved.
3. Add the vinegar and oil to the sugar mixture. Mix well to combine.
4. Pour the dressing over the sliced vegetables in the large bowl. Mix thoroughly to coat all the vegetables.
5. Pack the salad into glass jars, dividing it evenly. Pour any remaining dressing into the jars as well.
6. Refrigerate the jars of salad for a few hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld together.
7. Serve the Depression Era Salad chilled and enjoy its crispness and tangy taste.
Be Pepared in Michigan #homestead #motownmom
The Michigan State Police MIREADY program provides resources and education to prepare Michigan residents for emergencies, disasters, and threats to our homeland.
The importance of preparing for disasters is universal. Emergencies can happen anytime or anywhere. Preparing before the unexpected happens can make a dramatic difference in a person’s ability to cope with and recover from a disaster. Take charge and take control to be as prepared as possible.
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A Birth Center for Detroiters [podcast] #motownmom Very much needed in the City of #Detroit #BirthDetroit #sisterfriend
A new free-standing birthing center is expected to open its doors in April of 2024. Led by midwives, Birth Detroit aims to provide a safe and culturally relevant “full care experience from period-to-period” for expecting families. GUESTS: Char’ly Snow, co-founder & chief clinical officer of Birth Detroit Leseliey Welch, co-founder & CEO of Birth Detroit
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Get your deep freezer organized 🧊🥶 #motownmom
You ever open your deep freezer and wonder what’s going on at the bottom
Or you know that you need to clean or rotate your freezer but you don’t want to dig through cold solid food inside
I found these very handy in getting even my small deep freezer in order
You want to make sure you’re rotating and cleaning your freezer at least twice a year so
- You aren’t wasting food
- You are using the food instead of over buying
- You want to keep things clean to keep the freezer working
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If you have other organization ideas, please let us know in the comments
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How one Michigan family is trying to stay afloat amid historic inflation [video] 🤑😔#motownmom
Even though this was a year ago, are you still going through the hardships
Is this economy still taking a bit out of your budget?
Has wages kept up with pricing?
Do you agree that it’s corporate greed?
Let’s hear your thoughts in the comments
And what else are you doing to help your budget? Got suggestions for others?
Protect your electronics to save for later when power outages could hurt them #motownmom
I worked hard as a single mother, and we often had electrical storms, with power going out throughout the blocks.
Later, I discovered that lousy electricity and lots of old wood throughout the house caused the fire that changed my life and made us homeless.
But because I had used surge protectors throughout the house, and the fire didn’t get to the washer/dryer combo in the basement, plus other electronics, I was able to save these electronics.
This is all to encourage you to spend some money around your house on appliances and electronics that are high-value to you.
Back when I was buying surge protectors, they didn’t have the USB slots
So you get to get them now, and you really want them so you can get the full usage and protection out of new devices that don’t have wall ports
Decluttering Checklist: What You Can Throw Away Right Now, Room-by-Room #motownmom
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If you struggle to find the motivation to declutter your home, a decluttering checklist can make the task so much easier. An often-overlooked part of why decluttering is so hard comes down to decision-making. But, if you utilize a decluttering checklist, you already have a list of things that you can clear out—no need to get hung up on decision-making.
Another benefit of using a decluttering checklist is the ability to check things off as you work through the list. This simple act is not only motivating but also empowering, as you can physically see progress as the checks build up.
Before You Begin Decluttering
When working with a decluttering checklist, it’s best to start small. Looking at the whole, long list at once can be overwhelming. Instead, focus on small, quick wins.
Pick a room to declutter, and from there, break it down further by choosing an area within that room. If you decide to start in the kitchen, you could choose the spice drawer or the pantry to tackle first. Only move on once you’ve decluttered your chosen area, and most importantly, dealt with the top culprits of clutter.
Room-by-Room Decluttering Checklists
Tip
Before starting on a room, write down next to each item whether you will donate, gift, throw, recycle, or sell it. Making this decision before you start will reduce overwhelm while decluttering.
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Here’s a great chart I found that will help start your gardening process #homesteading #motownmom
Soon as I saw it, I just knew I had to post it here. I’ve started my peas, corn , onion, Chinese broccoli and basil already. I haven’t decided what else I’m going to grow yet. Next week, I’m cleaning up the containers to start planting outdoors. What are you growing?
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