For example. A couple days ago Matthew and I were in our bedroom tidying up, he rummaging around in a closed storage area accessed through our closet, and I cleaning up the bathroom (or something). Suddenly, Matthew says "hey babe, do you have an extra box of tampons?"
Me: "Umm, what? Not really. WHY? Who's asking?"
Matthew(nonchalantly): "I just need it for our emergency bag."
Me (interest peaked): "Our emergency bag? I was not aware that we had such a thing. What exactly is this emergency bag for and what does it contain?"
Matthew: "Well, it's for times of great emergency. You know, like in case of nuclear fallout or for if the robots take over the world. We have everything we'd need to survive for a while."
Me: "I see. Innnnnteresting. How very forward-thinking of you."
Matthew listed a few things that the emergency bag contained, and I'd be lying if I said I wasn't laughing hysterically. I wonder what the statistics are on people who are prepared for nuclear fallout versus those who are not. And honestly, I wouldn't expect much less from my husband. He is the MOST prepared person I know, in every way. He is always thinking months and years down the line - always preparing, always planning, always protecting. But I truly wasn't aware of this "emergency bag," and I just HAD to see what was inside. And take pictures. For my blog.
Ready, set, go!
Ten (plus) Things In Our Emergency Bag
(And you should have them, too)
The Items (and there are MANY more than 10,
by the way - this is just a smattering):
1. (Obviously) A six month supply of drinking water and dehydrated food
(photo of water in item #4)
2. A food cooker
I do not know how exactly to describe this, but it does, supposedly, cook food.
3. A water filter
Capable of filtering e. coli, the ebola virus, etc (says Matthew)
4. Tampons
Sorry to be graphic, but it IS rather sweet (in a weird way) that my needs are addressed in "the emergency bag."
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| Also pictured: the emergency drinking water. |
5. Condoms
Because who wants to be pregnant during nuclear winter or the attack of the robots? Nobody.
No picture for this one - sorry. My mom and my grandma read this blog - awkward!!
6. Large body wipes
Even if there's no access to running water, at least we will still smell civilized.
7. A bite and sting kit
And you knooow those snakes and bees will find me.
8. A full surgical kit
Obviously.
9. An ax
Because you never know when you might need one.
and 10. Many other miscellaneous items
Such as toothpaste and a toothbrush, mouthwash, extra clothes, a sleeping bag, a tent, duct tape ("to seal up the house and keep bioagents from seeping in" -Matthew), a rain suit, a portable toilet, water canteens, and a hand crank radio.
IS ANYONE ELSE AS UTTERLY AMAZED AND AS COMPLETELY AMUSED AS I AM?!
One thing is certain: in case of disaster, we will be well prepared. I may be laughing now, but it's better to have something like this and not need it than to need it and not have it. Plus, it gives my husband a hobby. He is asking for more items for his bag for Christmas. Adorable.
And now, friends, I hope you'll write your own List of Ten Tuesday one of these days! It's super fun, and you'll find yourself brainstorming topics all week!
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COMMENT OF THE DAY!!!
(I should probably call this comment of the week cause I don't do it as much as I should! I'll try and be better!)
This comment was written in response to last week's List of Ten Tuesday post, and was regarding my mention of how unfriendly my neighbors are. Allison is a really cool (and adorably preggo) girl who ALSO lives in Austin (just like me), and I always enjoy stopping by her blog. This particular comment made me LAUGH OUT LOUD!!! I'm sorry this happened to you, girl! ;)
Have a happy, happy Tuesday... :)
J
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