PACKING EMERGENCY BACKPACK KITS for our LARGE FAMILY! 72-HOUR BACKPACKS with MEALS, Supplies, lots!

[@JamerrillStewart]

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[@suzsnide03]

Better safe than sorry ... compass and maps. Just my thoughts. LOL :)

[@whitneypay515]

Adding a baby sling or a wrap carrier to Tobins pack would be nice incase you had to carry him.

[@lisahall-miller-estes4431]

You can use painters tape on the top and bottom of the batteries to keep them from running down and scotch tape on the paper surrounding the batteries to keep them from leaking and store batteries in the device. When u change out close use a battery tester and make sure the batteries still have a strong charge. I would change out your items in the bag every 6 months just like when you change out the battery in your smoke detector and co detector in your home. I would put a pencil sharpener in your bags and unstated pencils. The sharpener can be used to sharpen the points of sticks to cook hot dogs over a fire or other food as well even marshmallows. It stops them from falling into the fire.

[@madewithloveandbutter5598]

Thank you so very much for sharing.

[@Amanda-kw1vi]

I don't remember there being a fire near skyline drive... Then again I don't watch the news and live almost 2 hours southeast from there but never really thought about fires around here either it's so humid and wet normally

[@dianac.1264]

When your expiration date gets close, your family could go camping or kids could do a survival weekend in the back yard. You would know what you needed or may need to add.

[@Amanda-kw1vi]

I'm sure they'll use it but if not it can go to a church or did pantry :) nice idea

[@CAH2727]

That’s a great idea!

[@peggyannparkes1863]

When I did 72 hr kits for my family, I chose generic colors for all the emergency clothes and sealed them in Food Saver bags. I put the tag with the size showing through the plastic bag. Once a year , when we changed out the food etc., we passed down the clothes according to who currently wore what size. We put all the bags in a galvanized trash can by the front door. I put a circle of plywood on top and covered it with a table cloth. That way, in an emergency, the can could be taken right to the van. No looking for bags all through the house, or wondering if the kids had gotten into them and eaten or played with stuff. PS Did you know that it is recommended to have the weight of each bag be only 1/4 of the persons weight?

[@jacrispy2068]

Really? I made my bag 21 pounds my husbands 20 my 12 year olds weigh 60lbs I made theirs 15 lbs without knowing my 2 year old weighs 25lbs her bag Is 6 lbs.

[@toricole7212]

What a wonderful idea!

[@catherinedenis1827]

Make sure to include sanitary supplies in all the backpacks. Even the boys. Tampons are great for fire starting and wound packing

[@jacrispy2068]

I have an emergency kit I made myself on most of our backpacks with stuff to stop bleeding, pain meds, knife, disinfectant wipes for wounds, and antibacterial ointment.

[@rhondastiles9292]

Dollar Tree has feminine pads. These are very good to put in first aid kits. They are helpful in case of a cut that is bleeding pretty good. They absorb the blood and makes applying pressure helpful.

[@Rebecca.G]

When there were fires near me recently, volunteers who were making packs for firefighters were asking the community for donations of eye drops and lozenges since the smoke/ash in the air were drying out the firefighters eyes and throat. Don't forget that in a natural disaster wildlife is also displaced so could case some trouble. Depending on what you have in your area a snake bandage would be handy, as would bug spray, anti itching cream incase of mosquitos. Hats, sunblock, aloe vera incase you have to do some camping. As you kept saying in the video it depends on the emergency.

[@vickiea3345]

As a widow who often drives alone to other states to see my adult kids, I keep emergency supplies in my car. But once I heard about Bug Out Bags, I realized I needed to put more items together. I used one of my "stimulus checks" that I received in 2020 to start the process. I watched several videos on youtube and got lots of ideas on what to pack. I also added a sleeping bag and small tent that I keep in my car along with my bag. My bag is actually a duffle bag. All my items can be used for the disaster/emergency, or if I find I need to stop on the road or a hotel unexpectedly. As a single woman traveling alone, this has put my mind (and also my adult children's minds) at ease when I travel alone.

[@britt2607]

Very smart!! I often thought about needing to make a bag but didn’t have one made when a fire tore through my town with minutes to grab everything. We were one of the few who didn’t lose their homes that day but couldn’t go back into city limits for over a week!💔

[@janettaylor7529]

What is in your duffle bag?

[@kristenevans4557]

I’m impressed. That’s a huge undertaking. You could have a picnic day to eat up the foods when it’s time to change it out. Maybe even have emergency fire drills where you get everyone out, with back packs and see how good your timing is.

[@stuckinmopro8533]

Not one of my children had hair until they were well over a year old. I used to tape ribbons to my daughter’s head, lol. Tobin is certainly impressive with that gorgeous hair!

[@anniecrawford5911]

Just thinking about how much you love your children. Also how you take on the serious responsibility of their care! How blessed your family is. Watching this has helped me think what I am responsible for & what I would need to take care of my 93 year old Mom & myself. Thank you for your loving instructions. My God continue to bless you and yours. 💐

[@LazyKFarmstead]

I am 8 months into the same project for only 2 people. It is a huge job once you get into it. My hubby had to stay at work for a week unexpectedly last winter and we were unprepared. We are totally ready now. Bring on the snow! 😊

[@JamerrillStewart]

That is awesome!

[@judiehavard4903]

Use Ziploc bags. And gather all hygiene items in one bag for each family member. A food bag for each member. Everything in one bag. Entertainment items in one bag. Gather all small items in one bag. That way there are fewer loose items in bag and cuts that search time down for each item. Also can place many things in a 5 gallon bucket with a lid. To reduce some weight for Mom and Dad to carry. Also can double as a seat to sit on. Can be emptied to carry water. Multi use item.

[@anitatucker8812]

One thing for sure you can't take anything for granted and we prepared. We had a tornado move through our area in May. Thank goodness no one was hurt or killed. It damaged some homes and wooded areas. Everyone was in shock. We've even seen 100 year flooding in an area you thought it would never flood. Thanks for sharing with us. Have a good weekend.

[@dianetucker2711]

Hi girl❣️ Just wanted to give you a shout out bc my name is Anita Diane Tucker, I go by Diane. I’m from N Alabama 🤗

[@kristita_888]

@Anita Tucker, was that Hundred Year Flood in Arizona, by chance? We had one called that several years ago!

[@anitatucker8812]

@@dianetucker2711 Small world. Hi Diane.

[@anitatucker8812]

@@kristita_888 No, it was in the Southeast.

[@darniataylor7749]

Oh how sweet of Mr. Tobin to help momma pack the bags! He's absolutely adorable and I love this project.👍🏾

[@susiewagner1534]

I’ve never heard of emergency back packs here in U K, great idea though so I’ve otdered some foil blankets to start me off 😁

[@RoseDances]

Sorry what were you talking about? I was just looking at Tobin’s cute face, big blue eyes and good hair 🥰🤣🥰

[@francesca9263]

Yeah he's totally adorbs

[@amygilbert2771]

You have probably already thought of this and either I missed the coverage or you didn't mention it. Packing a package of menstruation napkins could be handy. Not saying anyone will get their period during a 3 day emergency (although it seems my own seems to pick the most inopportune time) but they can make decent quick compresses in a pinch.

[@bsbhimrasmus]

Tobin looks like he has a little Mohawk going on and it’s so cute!

[@AmandaE24]

I don't even have kids but I still love watching your channel. Been watching for over a year. Tobin is such a cutie!!

[@LoriG75]

We live in a rural area, too, prone to earthquakes and landslides ( our town was cut off from the main road in and out for about a half a year 7 years ago when the deadly Oso landslide happened and wiped out a portion of the highway). That meant trucks to supply our very small grocery and other supplies had to travel twice the distance and time to get to town with supplies. People were scrambling for supplies and food. It was then I decided to make an emergency pack. We also live down the valley from a volcano that has been active in the past. In fact our little town sits on an old lahar so if it became active again, we would need to be ready to evacuate. I have an emergency pack in the car and water, but I like the idea of personal packs, too. Thanks for all your hard work showing us what you’ve done. Very helpful to see! P. S. Love the meal pak ideas!

[@michellegravette4752]

Don’t know how big of an issue it would be where you live, but around my area bug spray would be a must

[@angelenerash5160]

Thank you for this series. All helpful information. I have a rectangle tote in my van under the back seat with "what if" items. This might be a good place that you could put those cups and misc. items in. Thanks again!

[@Yuneed2no]

I love ya lady! Being a mama like us and teach us new things ❤️ and you don't hide the truth about you being like all of us other mamas. God bless ya beautiful. You talking about putting this together looks like me for every holiday lol. Wishing I was putting it together and handling it like everyone else thinks I am. It always feels like such a mess to me.

[@atypical_amy]

We live in Houston and deal with hurricanes and flooding, we lost our home during Harvey. Ever since that we have emergency totes in our garage and the kids all know what needs to go in the truck if something were to happen. Always good to be prepared, things can happen fast and being prepared is important.

[@katiek1856]

It might be a good idea to include something to help identify your family members if in a crowded area or large public storm shelter. Bright color caps or t-shirt or sweatshirt. Something easy where you can count heads quickly. That would be my fear. Not being able to keep track.

[@jessicashorey6322]

Thank you Jamerrill for this video. We're planning on doing a survival unit with the kiddos this summer and like you I've been slowly collecting things over the last year to make emergency kits, but I hadn't thought about backpacks.....love this!! Now I've got another whole project to add lol

[@livingtx]

Wow, woman! I did the 4 emergency bags for my family, and that was overwhelming. I can't imagine doing as many as you did. Congratulations on your accomplishment! Well done!

[@jesse-roseartufel3441]

Great work!!!! We have been working on ours for 4 years lol. Um slowly upgrading the gear to better quality more compact stuff. We have netted hats, beanie and gloves, cotton scarf wich has so so many uses. Small alcohol stove for older people super tiny and compact. Multi tools, water tap key, ill be getting small bolt cutters too. I carry a folding saw, knife and machete. The machete can be replaced with an axe, im not great with axes, I chop better with the small machete. We have military ponchos that can be used as shelter or waterproof sleep sack and either a poncho liner wich is a blanket or a wool blanket. Wool is good because even wet wool will keep you warm. We tie it rolled to the bag. I added a waterproof bag cover in high vis for keeping rain off but also signalling for rescue if needed. We have waterbottles with nesting cup for cooking. Camping cards are waterproof and we added dice for entertainment too.tube lights are great. They are glow sticks that recharge easy and glow for 12 hours. Just hang them off the bag in the day time. Grim Workshop have amazing and useful cards, for almost anything and are worth a look! I love that you share this. We have bags ready as every family should. In sweeten it's what the government recommends and encourages. I would add medication and painkillers etc to the bags also. These bags are handy for a quick rush to hospital too. Clothes and food packed and ready. I have used mine for that a few times, minus the tools ofcourse.

[@robinwright1656]

I would also recommend putting a copy of everyone’s birth certificate and social security card in their backpacks or just yours or Travis’s.

[@marygeisler7549]

You should add a extra large Ziploc bag to the bags. If you would need use a portable shower it would keep your clothes and towels dry while in the shower. I use them when we deploy with Red Cross.

[@mariannefanning4281]

If you encounter toxiic air, each person should have multiple face masks and maybe gloves. Neosporin for cuts and wounds. Maybe the older kids could use a pocket knife. A couple of tarps in the adult bags. An axe and/or mini saw to process firewood in the van.

[@tennesassy2]

have hubby put an old timey hand pump on your well. We have one on ours, its red and it reminds me of olden days!

[@JamerrillStewart]

We had one installed last year 🙌🏻❤️

[@katrinaroseluxford6157]

Cooling towels, misting fans, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, solar mobile phone chargers, battery banks, electrolyte powder pk's, compact camping stove & fuel, work gloves, family tent, tarps, dust masks.

[@sheilaperl4155]

Thank you for doing all the legwork for us, Jammerill, You added so many things I just never thought of! I hope you don’t really have to put these to use but you never know. We had an ice storm several winters ago and power was knocked out for 5 days, these bags would have been a lifesaver!!

[@Amanda-kw1vi]

I didn't think about that! We had ice and snow a decade ago that wiped out our power for over 3 days... Luckily everything was pretty much shut down and no one had to go to work.... And lucky we have a fireplace that kept us from freezing

[@laineybugger]

These are great! I recommend several different kinds of face coverings, a few masks and also bandannas. They could be used during forest fire situations to protect the face etc. The bandannas are also multi use, could be used to wrap a wound, or keep the sun off your face. I love the head/neck wraps from Buff because they could be used in so many ways.

[@flyinggeckos123]

You can buy instant coffee packs, like the tiny tubes, from dollar tree and add those. If you’re a regular coffee drinker and don’t have any you’ll be sad 🙃 I added some tea bags and instant coffee to our food bag. I know it sounds morbid, but you also may want to invest in a small tourniquet/quick clot kit, maybe put that in mom and dads bags. These are amazing bags and you did so much work!! Good for you!

[@kasarrah1619]

I recommend that as you are going through and removing batteries, that you put the electronics in zipper baggies. It’s a bit more work, but if an emergency happens in the pouring rain, it will protect the electronics from the water!

[@mommasglamtoo]

Making emergency backpacks is no joke. It’s such a hassle. I’m so glad we bought the already prepared food buckets that are non perishable that last some years. They’re worth it.

[@Amanda-kw1vi]

Oh I know. I made a first aid (sort of) kit for not nurse needing stuff for school (including nail file etc) and it took me way longer than I thought it should!!!

[@francesca9263]

You never cease to amaze me whether it's meal prepping taking a vacation or prepping for a disaster there's always something to learn from each video....now off I go to purge out out go bags

[@nancyblair320]

Amelia is just the cutest. Don't forget car chargers and emergency phone numbers.

[@veronicabyrge438]

Look at you.. you are so awesome. you have the prettiest family and look beautiful. I'm 30 with 3 and are pulling my hair out what's not turning white. Thank you woman.

[@bluebethlehem]

Tobin's first words might be "dollar tree" 🤣😂🤣😂

[@JamerrillStewart]

You got that right, LOL 😆

[@lisabartolo-landers]

Oh he definitely has his Mama's eyes!! And I love that hair!!❤❤❤

[@LeesaWilson09]

In mine/hubby's bags we took copies of ID, ss cards, insurance for everyone. We have some cash and a roll of quarters. A roll of TP with center removed.

[@JamerrillStewart]

Great ideas. I have not gotten that far yet! Hope to go another level deeper when I get to the clothes here in a few weeks. 🙌🏻❤️

[@dianawilson1890]

I live in tornado alley and have been in 3 of them. One passed right in front of our house and they really do open your eyes to how you can have to bail out and have almost nothing with you. This has made me think more about really preparing ours.

[@kaylie854]

An excellent idea. I stay in Scotland and lucky enough to stay in a pretty natural disaster free zone but might do a mini version for like a car situation, break down etc. Now just to get started 😅

[@nicoleperry1354]

so happy that i live in upstate ny the only emergency we really have had is floods butt we generally know when its coming and can plan for a few days before having to leave i personally have never been flooded out but the area i live in has had many loses

[@debbiesmith9714]

You put a lot of work into this; you are so organized; Tobin is so cute and a such a great helper; hope you and your family have a great weekend!

[@davidbolin1665]

I printed mine off and I am excited to put my familys 72 hr back pack together!

[@nancycolbert2703]

Oh my gosh, Tobins big blue eyes looking right at the camera the same time your big blue eyes were. Beautiful genetics 👀

[@kimberlyreeves5162]

With the winter storm Texas had last year, I am going to truly consider something like this.

[@anniex4637]

Oh my his curls are just amazing! Beautiful boy 😍

[@tilseptember]

Thanks for the free guide! Don't forget to check on the bandaids when you check on the food. Had an emergency first aid kit for years, went to use the bandaids and the adhesive was... expired? Didn't work anymore.

[@karenennis6109]

Great bags. When you "have time" washing mess kits & silverware so you can use them if you ever need to use them.

[@sandiebrown8291]

This is a great idea... Everyone should do this for their family..

[@momlovestoys5645]

I think you are doing a great job with the bags! Definitely a learning process. We have had our bags in place for 4 or 5 years but your videos have reminded me to do my 6 month refresh on them. We also have a separate bag for our dog, including vet/vaccination records in case we have to stay somewhere that requires it, or board her somewhere. I also have an emergency binder that I keep (needs to be updated!) that has photocopies of our ID's, basic health records/current medication lists and other similar info. I put computer memory cards with all our family photos in it as well, in case of emergency evac/fire we would be able to remake our albums in the future. We are a family of 4 and on a pretty tight budget. I was able to get 4 very nice backpacks at thrift stores and did most of the items inside at the dollar store!

[@JamerrillStewart]

Excellent ideas! I definitely hope to dig deeper and get those kind of items in our bag as well. ❤️

[@Amethyst1919]

Highly recommend flagging tape. useful for marking paths, making flags and attention getters for rescuers to find you etc...

[@griselrivera7529]

You can add collapsible cups, fireproof matches. The gallon water wouldn't be practical if you have to carry your backpacks and walking to a safe place. You can also add water pouches.

[@emmywinpenny1867]

These are such a brilliant idea! Especially with such a large & lovely family to look after ♥️ It was suggested to me to include t-shirts that are all the same bright colour (or incredibly close) to make it easy to find your group in a crowd, adding a Sharpie pen, packing extra ziplock bags and socks for everyone, sanitary towels, painkillers in the older kids & adult bags, small packages of wetwipes/baby wipes for emergencies & coloured embroidery flosses. (Useful for emergency sewing, and for making friendship bracelets/braiding as a keep calm project for older kids). There's so much to think about trying to organise these bags for everyone! And for people to set alarms/reminders on their phone or Google calender to remind them to change things out in the future! :)

[@jpwhataboutit]

Yippee!! I know you are working so hard getting these videos out. Thank you so much!

[@Bex-rg8pj]

I just started watching but had this thought on the last video. You might have a 72 hour drill in 6 months. It might help with things you need to change and familiarize the kids to what it could be like in real life. Then you can refill.

[@kristinl44-k9t]

Love the video wow you did so much work and a lot of research!! We have those backpacks too with a lot of caribener clips that can be used to attach some things that could be stored on the outside of backpack. A hand sanitizer bottle easy to use while wearing it even, a whistle/compass or flashlight to be used kind of hands free, waterproof bag for cell phone or other items, even mugs/collapsible cups just hanging on the outside may save room for the items inside. I have a female friendly bathroom option/product if no actual toilets were available and also some toilet seat covers too are lightweight and easy to throw inside a bag. Can't wait to see more of your videos and learn more tips and tricks!!

[@shawncooper9999]

My parents had our family home in a small town. My dad start our Emergency backpack. My dad was a fire chief and work for the small town. My dad would put military food and emergency food in our backpack. I order Emergency food off from Amazon the emergency food that amazon is good up to 25 years. I don't have to take out the food all I do is add more things in my family emergency backpack.

[@kateglastic9826]

I live in Australia in a high fire risk area..I've had to move out several times due to fire risk..the bags are a great idea.

[@faukerconsulting835]

🤔VERY IMPORTANT...Practice emergency scenarios (excellent opportunity to add this to your homeschool health curriculum...I learned these in high school as well as girl scouts), for example how to use the liquid skin and how to wrap a sprained ankle, even fire drills from each zone of your home, etc...😃👍🏻

[@jnouetmorales]

Tobin is such a cutie! Steals the show, sorry Jammerill, I didn’t catch anything you were saying when the real star was on screen 😂

[@samanthaquant7411]

Wow Jamerril! You must feel so prepared!

[@boybossmamahomeschool]

Thank you from the guide ! Printed it and definitely looking into making these … especially with how the world is going down these days 😕🙏🏼

[@debgordon6542]

Yeah it's not just natural disasters that I'm worried about. The upheaval in Melbourne is certainly alarming, and the US is not far behind.

[@LoriWolfeRealtor]

Oh my gosh Tobin is absolutely beautiful! He looks so much like you Jamerrill 🤗❤️

[@colleenosburn-sapp3201]

Don't forget some wet wipes and washcloths and a towel and zip lock bags for the used and dirty. Having a bunch of children and going on camping or all day hiking trips found that you really run into the need for them as much as food! Also headphones for the radios, if by chance you found yourself in a shelter situation , others will be eternally grateful you did.

[@kathysnyder1034]

Thank you so much for putting this together! I live in KY so our weather is weird 🤣 Also, I was wondering what about for the adults a hiking type backpack where you can roll up a tent and strap it on, just in case it’s needed? Just a few of things I thought of when watching: (1) what about those cheap 5 dollar fleece blankets that Walmart carries - I’m thinking at Christmas. (2) Bug (off) spray (3) ace bandage (4) life vest that can clip on to backpack (5) Spare batteries (6) blow up pillow - like the neck pillows, but I’ve seen just a regular pillow (7) emergency hi vis vest (8) face masks ie N95 masks (9) Whistle (10) Waterproof bag - like you would put your cell phone in when you're going to be in the water. You could put personal info in it so it would stay dry. I thought the same thing about the batteries as the other viewer that you mentioned. I realized this with some of my Christmas decorations last year. Those lamps are awesome! We have several. I also have some life flashlights that have the different settings on them such as an emergency flashing light. I got those years ago from Walmart. They are super light-weight. No batteries (that I know of) and supposed to be able to send them in for a replacement. EDITED: Found my little flashlight that I mentioned above the website is www.lifegear.com ... This is like the one that I have: www.lifegear.com/shop-now/flashlights/glow-r-flashlight-red I was also thinking too for the list: What about Gloves (hiking, latex free - like the drs use, winter)

[@hartsheart]

I love in Central Georgia and a few years ago we were hit by a hurricane. You just never know anymore! These are a great idea.

[@lenak4113]

Don't forget cash (ones) and quarters for the adults packs

[@busybaldaufs896]

Oh my goodness! Thank you for this suggestion! This is seriously something I totally did not think of. My father-in-law used to always say "cash is king".💚

[@amym7825]

So helpful, Jamerill! Tobin’s getting so big. Adorable.

[@reesteack186]

Tobin is adorable and he does have the best hair. 🥰 tfs I printed your list . Thank you for the video of all your backpacks. 👍🎃🍁

[@BlackSunJamie]

One thing that was really helpful when we were putting our backpacks together years ago was to have the kids try carrying them around. The biggest risk in our area is earthquakes. There could be all kinds of debris in the road or downed trees that could make driving impossible. The kids had to be able to carry their own packs in case we were walking to safety. We found that all the great preps we put in were just too heavy for the kids. So we had to adjust quite a bit. I’m glad we checked though or there would have been 4 backpacks on the side of the road because they couldn’t carry them! 😆

[@myrevival4325]

You mentioned a change of clothes for the kids in each bag including one underwear and one pair of socks. You might think about two underwear and two pairs of socks in case of accidents or stepping in water, etc. seem small and light to add.

[@melaniejay3457]

To me it would make more sense to get survival food. It lasts 25 to 30 years so you don't have to constantly change it out. For short term, 72 hours, granola type bars would be plenty.

[@gaildavis710]

Such a thoughtful....wonderful idea you are doing!!!!!

[@jacquiwilliams3252]

Downloaded your guide and looking forward to getting started!!!! 🤩🤩🤩

[@JamerrillStewart]

YAY 😁 SO VERY GLAD!!!

[@amandam2461]

This video is great :) I'll be starting some bags for my family too. Did you pack toilet paper/ tissues?

[@theresas709]

I really enjoyed these video's. I have been trying to get mine together for a long time.

[@Mysticsoul77]

Have you thought of putting in shelf stable milk for the littles?

[@tawanacooke4438]

Thanks for sharing ❤️.. blessings to you and your beautiful family 🤗

[@judiehavard4903]

Dollar Tree also sells a set of clear bottles for a trave l set that are good for shampoo and conditioner. Can take 1 large shampoo and fill all the bottles same for conditioner. Don't forget masks for each family member.

[@louiserobinson8363]

Another thing is to pack specific bags as andendums, Eg a red bag for fire emergencies, containing burn first aid, long heavy pants and long sleeve heavy shirts, goggles, face masks n95s, mumma grabs the extra bag in case you have to move a burning tree branch off the road etc, A blue flood bag has towels, socks, etc you leave the coloured bags you don’t need at home.

[@paulabatchelor1744]

Thanks for the ideas. I make a list of contents with expiration dates, then I can easily check the list to see if everything is in date, rather than unpack everything. If I'm feeling super organized I make a note in my diary a month before to remind me to get a replacement.

[@khasiah532]

Hi Ms.Jamerrill i love your youtube videos ☺️

[@michellebiggerstaff6841]

There were some "collapsible" cups that might be great for your bag. I found mine @ Target, in the dollar spot. Also, just as a "hindsight" you can store things in the life straw cups. Especially stuff that needs to stay dry. Like matches, flints, medicines. Still in ziplocks, but a thought.

[@katiek1856]

Lifestraw can handle max 250 days if your daily water intake is 4 liters. And up to 33O days if daily is no more than 3 liters. I have these and they do give me piece of mind. I have a sister who caught meningitis and encephalitis. I would never wish that nightmare on anyone.

[@joyryde65]

Are you going thrift store shopping for fall and winter clothes soon? I love when you do a thrift store clothing haul,I work in a thrift store 🙂

[@JamerrillStewart]

Yes, soon!!

[@alanaschiro6700]

Awe!! He’s getting so big! So handsome ❤️❤️

[@bsteele1493]

Tobin is just the cutest❣️

[@eileenalholinna5310]

I love that little baby! ❤️ Sweet Tobin!

[@lelasmalls8958]

Jamerrill, one thing you forgot to pack, very important, “A Bible”!!!

[@iamrockette]

Great advice! I’m sitting here watching you and I realize that we are wearing the exact same blouse!! Lol!!

[@JamerrillStewart]

Great minds dress alike!

[@gladdheart3030]

Amazing job Jamerrill! You are an inspiration!!!

[@barbarahurford6538]

Jamerrill, you think of everything. You just inspire me .👏👏

[@l.j.2043]

We also purchased a wagon that will hold 100 lbs...it is foldable with a metal frame and canvas holding area...I had my husband cut a piece of masonite to fit the inside so if you had to lay a baby in there or anything heavy like gallons of water, that would sit better on the masonite instead of just canvas with criss-cross metal support under the canvas part. We bought ours at Costco years ago. Not sure if they still carry it cause I haven't looked. We keep it in the box in the garage and can grab it when needed.

[@lilacscentedfushias1852]

A handy tip…buy a bog standard cheap diary, then as you buy things you don’t use often or in your emergency organisation check the dates & add them to the diary. Then a couple of times a month check it for food that needs using up quickly 😂 I don’t mean things we use almost all the time or fridge food, but at Christmas tho it’s handy to just keep that list on a sheet of paper, as scribbled as you like and keep it in the fridge. We all know it’s annoying to see something in the fridge and it’s off.