One of the boring things we’ve got to do as an adult is be prepared for the storms in life. Some are big, some are unseen, and some we know about…

That’s the ones I want to talk about right now. The known storms that come into our life. Like an actual storm. We’re scheduled to get snow and ice tomorrow, so like an old, boring adult, I started to get ready.

I made sure we had wood for the fireplace in case the power went out, had dry goods that don’t require cooking – OK those were snacks, as well as making sure I had fuel for my camp stove in case I lose power and need to cook in it.

Batteries for the flashlights and cell phones are charged, as well as making sure we have gas in case we can’t get fuel in for a few days.

99% of the time, these preparations are not needed, and boy am I glad for that! However, it sure is nice being prepared for when that 1% hits.

I see too many people who are not prepared and that causes nothing but issues. And sure, there are things we might not foresee. But luckily we have weather stations and channels to help us with these storms that we can and do see.