Emergency Plans
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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] -
Get Your Car Prepared for Winter
by Sarah on Monday, November 16th, 2009 | 1 comment
There’s nothing worse than being stranded…except being stranded in bad winter weather. Colder months are tougher on cars, and a little preventative care now will go a long way to keeping your car running smoothly in the face of snow, sleet, rain, and freezing temperatures. We know, it can be tempting to skip a ... [read more] -
Organize for an Emergency: 5 Tips To Get Your Home Insurance Buttoned Up!
by Sarah on Monday, September 28th, 2009 | 3 comments
Homeowner’s insurance or renter’s insurance is a necessity; it covers you for unexpected occurrences ranging from robberies to fires. However, when it comes to assessing whether or not you have adequate coverage, the devil is in the details. For example, did you know that the majority of these plans do not cover floods or earthquakes ... [read more] -
September is Emergency Preparedness Month!
by Alicia on Monday, September 14th, 2009 | 4 comments
Why is that that the only time we think to get prepared is when disaster is breathing down our necks? So often we hear about hurricanes, fires or other disasters and think, 'I should really put a few things together in case of an emergency,' but never actually get around to doing anything about it. It's ... [read more] -
Back To School Is Safety Time for Kids
by Sarah on Monday, September 14th, 2009 | No Comments
Getting your young children ready to go back to school shouldn’t stop with school supplies. You also should be thinking about getting their health and safety organized. It may not be something that you want to think about, but a little bit of preparation can make all the difference. We urge you ... [read more] -
Make Sure Your Car is Buttoned Up for Bad Roads
by Sarah on Thursday, January 29th, 2009 | No Comments
So, how do you get your car organized, prepared and safe for any trip this winter? Keep your eyes on the road and we'll tell you how. Sarah on "Get a Tune-up": You may be thinking, "Well, it's already January; it's too late to get a winter checkup." But with at least two more months of bad ... [read more] -
Plan for Emergency to Ease Anxiety, Speed Recovery
by Sarah on Wednesday, September 17th, 2008 | No Comments
Recent hurricanes battering the Caribbean and southern United States and another Sept. 11 commemoration remind us of our fragility and the importance of getting emergency plans buttoned up. September is National Preparedness Month, and it's time to get your home and family ready for any event. It can be difficult to overcome the natural inclination to ... [read more] -
The Perfect Car Trip
by Sarah on Friday, May 16th, 2008 | No Comments
Mothers and fathers, start your engines! Summer is fast approaching, which means more car time, be it going to the beach, going to the park, or taking a big road trip to a fun destination. Road trips can be a wonderful way to spend time together as a family, or they can turn into repeated choruses ... [read more]
