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Holliday Processing, LLC AUGUST: BE NURTURERS By Laura Owsley I ’ve always heard and been told to be prepared by having emergency supplies and food on hand in case of a natural disaster and all the other scary things that are going on in the world. I think it’s time to get on top of this if you are going at a snail’s pace. This is a serious matter and working on your supply could make a huge impact on you and your family. Put it this way, you’ll never be sorry you’re prepared but you will be if you aren’t. This may be the best way to work on your storage. Just buy a few things when you make your weekly grocery store run. It’s not overwhelming, it’s very simple and doable!! Build on your 3 month supply little by little. Buy what your family likes and uses. It’s best to buy and store what your accustomed to eating every day, because you know you will use them. Here’s the list for ONE adult for August: Week 1: 12 cans fruit Week 2: 12 cans vegetables Week 3: 1 lb. dry fruit or raisins Week 4: 2-3oz cans green chilies/mushrooms 14 gallons drinking water (gather a 2 week supply or more) or 4 1/2 X 24 ct. cases 16.9 oz bottled water. Keep this supply consistently stocked. CUSTOM MEAT AND GAME PROCESSING with 2 Valley locations to serve you: 40895 N. Jack Rabbit Road San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 19249 W. Earl Drive Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 Jason Holliday and Josh Pobstman (623) 853-0601 [email protected] Check us out on @Holliday Processing Now I know many of you have buying school supplies on your mind. On top of that, find out your schools emergency plan and talk to your kids about it. Ask them what could happen if... ? Can you imagine a chid not being prepared at least a little? What’s the back-up plan if mom or dad can’t pick you up right away? Put together a small emergency kit your child can take to school including a personal note from you. Kit: Comfort letter, mini first aid kit, 2 capri suns, 2 granola bars, 2 pop tarts, 12 hour light stick, etc. I just ate lunch at a restaurant with my two of my awesome grandsons! It was easy and delicious and I am sharing it here: CHICKEN PASTA SALAD • 1 lb. cooked spiral noodles • 2 chicken breast cooked (sautéed until done, don’t overcook!) and seasoned the way you like it • 2-3 tomatoes cut into wedges • Vinaigrette dressing on side Per dish: • 2 cups noodles • Top with cut up chicken • Serve with tomato wedges and lemon vinegarette dressing on side (or dressing you like!) SPINACH SALAD • Spinach • Strawberries • Red onion • Slivered almonds • Vinaigrette on the side Simple! Serve with a little fruit for dessert AZintheSaddle.com August 2016 27