Emergency Plans
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Organizing Your Aging Parents
by Sarah on Wednesday, July 28th, 2010 | No Comments
There comes a time in all of our lives when the roles reverse. Suddenly, we are no longer the child and the parenting skills we’ve so carefully honed with our own kids now need to be turned toward our aging parents. It can be one of the most emotionally trying times of your ... [read more] -
Auto Expert: Tire Pressure Monitoring System
by Jody DeVere on Monday, June 21st, 2010 | No Comments
Tire Pressure Monitoring System From AskPatty.com, our Auto Expert We all know that under inflated tires wear out more quickly. Under-inflation is also a major cause of tire failure. More flats, blow outs, skids and longer stopping distances are all results of under-inflated tires. It's hard to tell when a radial tire is under-inflated. If your ... [read more] -
Hurricane Preparedness For Procrastinators!
by Sarah on Tuesday, June 1st, 2010 | 1 comment
The perfect preparedness prescription for people who tend to put off emergency planning June 1st marks the official start of hurricane season and according to the NOAA, it is looking like 2010 will be a very “active” one. The most important thing that anyone living in a hurricane zone can do is to be informed and ... [read more] -
I Hereby Pledge to Get Prepared for Hurricane Season – Heckle Me If I Don’t!
by Sarah on Friday, May 28th, 2010 | 2 comments
Sometimes we all just need a kick in the pants to get ourselves prepared. That's why you should post this page to your Facebook page right now. If you've got a Twitter account, might as well make the commitment public there too! By sharing this post with my friends, I am publicly committing to ... [read more] -
5 Things Busy People Can Do This Week to Get Prepared for Hurricane Season
by Sarah on Monday, May 24th, 2010 | 1 comment
It's easier than you think to get yourself prepared. It's amazing what you can accomplish in 20 minutes. Get the lowdown on what to do each night this week with this quick video. -
Get Organized this Hurricane Preparedness Week
by Sarah on Sunday, May 23rd, 2010 | No Comments
5 Things Busy People Can Get Organized This Week In 20 Minutes Or Less The National Hurricane Center has declared the week of May 23rd National Hurricane Preparedness Week. The most important thing that anyone living in a hurricane zone can do is to be informed and prepared. Unfortunately the combination of fear and a ... [read more] -
Auto Expert: Flood and Hurricane Auto Damage? Don’t Be Victimized Twice!
by Jody DeVere on Friday, May 21st, 2010 | No Comments
Flood and Hurricane Auto Damage? Don't Be Victimized Twice! From AskPatty.com, Buttoned Up's Auto Expert Each year millions of Americans are subjected to random and often devastating natural disasters. Whether from wildfires, floods, mudslides, hurricanes, earthquakes, tornadoes, wind and hail storms -- no part of the country is immune ... [read more] -
Thursday’s Carrot: When We Think WE Have Things Rough (HELP HAITI)
by Hollie on Thursday, January 14th, 2010 | No Comments
The tragedy that occurred in Haiti on Tuesday really puts into perspective our petty little issues like being frustrated about the traffic driving to work this morning, or cleaning up after your kids, or your computer crashing...It makes me count my blessings and look at what I have and where I am in life. The ... [read more] -
Make That List…
by Sarah on Wednesday, December 16th, 2009 | No Comments
...no, not another gift list. We're talking about a list or catalog of your valuables. It might be tough to think about at this joyous time of year, but holiday decorations are a fire hazard. According to the National Fire Prevention Association, in 2003-2007, U.S. fire departments responded to an estimated average of ... [read more] -
Cool Find: The Safety 1st Complete Air Convertible Car Seat
by Hollie on Tuesday, December 8th, 2009 | No Comments
The Safety 1st Complete Air Convertible Car Seat with Air Protect Side Impact Technology is perfect for infants rear-facing from 5-40 lbs. and 19″-40″ and toddlers forward-facing from 22-50 lbs. and 34″-45″. Safety 1st engineers designed Air Protect using next generation testing methods that simulate the most violent types of side impact crashes, those with vehicle ... [read more]
