Food storage is just another form of security. Many people have several months of income set aside for a rainy day. Having food storage is just another way to stretch the money that you have saved. You can store basics for emergencies or you can set aside several months of food for your family.
In times of bad weather everyone runs to the store to pick up bread, milk and eggs. In a hurricane area they often pick up water as well. Grocery stores run their stocking system on a as needed basis. Almost everything they have is already out on the shelves. If you are a little late getting to the store then you may be out of luck. I have seen it happen with both possible hurricanes and ice storms. It is a comforting feeling to know that I don't have to go out in the rush. Even when it is my usual grocery day, I know that I can last another week if I need to, and my family will be okay.
It is also reassuring to know that you have the staples on hand in case the grocery stores are unable to restock the stores after a disaster. Roads may be impassable. Other circumstances may slow down the trucks that bring the food in to the stores. If you have a few weeks of food on hand, you will not have to worry at this stressful time.
Another reason to have food storage is that it can save you money. You can purchase items when they are on sale. As you stockpile the items that are on sale, you will save money over time. This can be difficult to do if you are living paycheck to paycheck, but if you can manage you will begin to spend less money and eat better. What are some of the reasons that you store food?
Excerpt taken from www.preparedness.families.com.
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I never thought to have a food storage before. Though my grandma always had tons of canned foods in her basement. I just lived through the Western KY ice storm this past winter and it was horrible. Luckily we made it through okay. This is something I will definitely have when I am a home owner.
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Great info. We have endured hurricanes and it is good to be prepared ahead of time. Because the Grocery stores become bare. great site. Thanks for visiting mine!!!!!!
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ReplyDeleteYou're welcome, it was a good visit. On the matter of food storage, you don't have to wait until you own a home. You can do it right now. Start small and make use of the space that you do have.
Hi Healthy mom,
Thanks and you're welcome. Being prepared ahead of time gives a feeling of not being dependent on circumstances.
Hi Jenn!
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I've been away from blogging for such a long time but now I'm trying to blog and read my favourite blogs again, because I've met wonderful people like you and because blogs have always been an inspiration to me, even before I had my own. It is almost impossible to find women like you here in my country.
Have a wonderful day and may God bless you and your family
Lara
Hi Lara,
ReplyDeleteYou're very welcome. It's good to see you. Have a wonderful day as well and thank you for the blessings.