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FEATHERING OUR NESTS: O-MAMA’s Perspective on SPRING CLEANING

Spring is in the air.  The birds and the bees are flitting around doing their thing…nature abounds.  The birds are feathering their nests and laying their eggs, while the bees are busy pollinating every flower in the garden.  The air is crisp and clean.  Chirping and buzzing fills the air.

Everything seems fresh and new.  So, let’s take a new look at Spring, shall we? The first thing that comes to mind is cleaning. Ugggh.  But, let's talk about the birds and the bees instead...the part of the story that happens...

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CAN'T FOOL MOTHER NATURE: Prepare For Hurricane Irene
NOAA.gov

Hurricane Irene is one big MAMA!  This gigantic storm is expected to hit the East Coast this weekend and we are encouraging all MAMAs to heed evacuation warnings and be prepared. MAMAs are never without our special, seemingly bottomless "backpack" (designer or not) loaded with everything from retainers to undies, sippy cups to snacks. 

But, even we can get thrown for a loop, especially when Mother Nature decides to exert her power.  We know we can't fool that MAMA, especially when she is all whipped up!?! So, the lesson learned is that we need to prepare our families for hurricanes, tsunami, fire, flood, tornado, quake...whatever the "zone" we live in requires.  Are you prepared?

A quick "go bag" should include:

• water

• food

• 7 days worth of medication

• first aid kit

• flashlight (hand crank)

• radio (hand crank)

Please make sure your car is filled up with gas & you have a plan to connect with loved ones in case you are separated.  MAMA's are good at taking care of the little emergencies, but let's not forget to prepare for the big ones, too!  Be safe this weekend MAMAS!!!

If you are in the path of Hurricane Irene, please be informed and prepared. 

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  • tiredmama

    Thank you for posting this - I'm not in the hurricane zone, but I clicked on the links and am preparing for TORNADOS. We sometimes take it for granted that we'll be fine, but like the saying goes "it's better to be safe, than sorry." Stay safe MAMAs in the path of hurricane Irene - she seems like she is going to be really nasty?!!?
    on 08/26/11
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