Rebekah’s Studio

Yesterday’s massive power outage on Oʻahu gave me pause to reflect on how our family might prepare for emergencies better at the studio.
• For starters, we will go to the hardware store and buy another battery-powered lantern. We prefer this to open-flame candles.
• Always have hot water ready in the automatic kettle for beverages, although hottest tap water will work instead.
• Update our emergency stores of canned goods.
• Maintain garden with timely raking of leaves and disposal of fallen tree branches.
• Keep the car fueled up, and remember we can charge our phones in the car if needed.
• Reassure the dog that everything will be all right. Our JJ knew something was different—no lights, very quiet outdoors, coddling by his peeps.

Water, light, playing cards to pass the time

• If you need to open the fridge, think of all the items you need and take them all out at the same time.
• Keep the propane tank for the bbq grill filled.
• Invest in a portable AM/FM radio. If you have a solar water heater, take baths while the sun is shining.

What tips do you have?
Be well!
~Rebekah