by Lois Breneman - 2011
Every now and then we have all lost power because of ice storms, heavy winds, hurricanes, lightening strikes, blizzards, or even a squirrel knocking out the transformer as we experienced several years ago. You and your family might want to sit down around the kitchen table and brainstorm together as you make some lists in preparation for such an event.
It would be a great idea to list foods you can prepare without electricity and keep them on hand, as my daughter-in-law said she did in preparation for a blizzard headed their way. List supplies as well.
A long time ago during a power outage I made a long list of things I could still do when the power was out. You'd be amazed at how much you can still do!
Every now and then we have all lost power because of ice storms, heavy winds, hurricanes, lightening strikes, blizzards, or even a squirrel knocking out the transformer as we experienced several years ago. You and your family might want to sit down around the kitchen table and brainstorm together as you make some lists in preparation for such an event.
It would be a great idea to list foods you can prepare without electricity and keep them on hand, as my daughter-in-law said she did in preparation for a blizzard headed their way. List supplies as well.
A long time ago during a power outage I made a long list of things I could still do when the power was out. You'd be amazed at how much you can still do!
Another list you could make during a power outage is of all the appliances, gadgets and items you have in your home that need electrical power to work. This is more of a list of appreciation for the conveniences of life today, rather than one of preparation. Watching "Little House on the Prairie" is enjoyable, but as for me, I'm thankful I'm not living back in that day.
It felt almost like living back in that day when we were without power for five long days one January during an ice storm. I was pregnant with our third child at the time. We were able to keep warm by using the fireplace, a kerosene heater, candles and oil lamps. Quilts hung at the kitchen and family room doorways kept the heat contained in those two rooms. A kerosene cook top was used for hot meals. Hot bricks wrapped in light towels and lots of blankets kept our feet warm in bed, just as they did on our farm growing up. Since that time we found a good used generator which keeps us warm and our food frozen, as well as provides light in a small area of our home.
It felt almost like living back in that day when we were without power for five long days one January during an ice storm. I was pregnant with our third child at the time. We were able to keep warm by using the fireplace, a kerosene heater, candles and oil lamps. Quilts hung at the kitchen and family room doorways kept the heat contained in those two rooms. A kerosene cook top was used for hot meals. Hot bricks wrapped in light towels and lots of blankets kept our feet warm in bed, just as they did on our farm growing up. Since that time we found a good used generator which keeps us warm and our food frozen, as well as provides light in a small area of our home.
Those of you who are in the path of the big snowstorm sweeping across the country are in my prayers!
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