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If you’re in a storm prone area, talk to your kids now about storm preparedness. Help them pack a bag of items that they would want to have with them if ever you needed to evacuate. Then build a fort in your living room and go without power for an evening. Talk about things that are difficult, and how it might be if you had to hang out for a few days or a week like this. Talking about disaster when it’s not real can help kids (and adults) feel capable of handling themselves when it does strike!

Basil is said to repel bugs. Make it do double duty by planting a few small pots and sticking them in your kitchen window.

A few ideas for keeping your car smelling and looking its best: keep a sheet of fabric softener or a small bowl of orange peels under the seat, remove food wrappers or drink cups daily, fill the ashtray with baking soda or cat litter, drive with the windows down once in a while to let it air out.

“Going on a flight? Take an empty water bottle, and fill it up AFTER you pass through security. Raw veggies, nuts and crackers make better snacks than what you’ll find on-board. You can bring your own tea bags and ask for hot water.” – contributed by J.H.

“If you like salads, but they just don’t fill you up or keep you full for long, try adding a little whole grain to them. Quinoa in a spinach salad will add a bit of protein and fibre for a longer-lasting full feeling.” – contributed by H.T.

“I store my loose charging cables in an eyeglass case in my purse. It all stays together, and the cords don’t get damaged or crimped.” – contributed by E.M.