Weather Watch

Howdy Homemakers!!

This is a different kind of a post, but relates directly with our homesteading and homemaking. 

The weather. Knowing the weather. Ultimately, being prepared for the weather.

In my neck of the US, the weather can get really frigid, and really precarious, very quickly. Even if our last couple of winters have been what we Wyomingites would consider 'mild', we still have to prepare for these storms. 

We are supposed to have some snow blow in tomorrow and the next day. It isn't that we are supposed to get that much (8" at most 1" at least) snow, but the storms that blow the storms in can cause a ruckus. 

What I have found is that it is much easier to track the weather systems in your area and the areas surrounding your town, and prepare; rather than be caught off guard and not have what you need.

If you have wood stoves, bring in that wood.

If you have medications that are needed, make sure plenty are stocked.

Make sure water is there, if pipes freeze.

Generators, batteries, flash lights, candles for back up light sources. 

Being an organized homemaker goes a long way here as well, as there is no fumbling in the dark. 

Being aware of your weather surroundings, ultimately helps you be able to have all you need, in case you can't get out, or hunkering down becomes the only option.

Today I got errands ran, and last minute things stocked. I will pick up some ground beef and milk and make one last stop at a store to return an item that I ended up not needing. 

Also a great way to motivate you if you haven't picked up dog messes in a while, is to get them cleared before a storm.

I hope little reminders like this help you build a lifetime of good habits to carry into the lives of your children. Preparedness is a great character attribute. 

Happy Homemaking!!