Dollar Tree has a little first aid kit that is small and very basic (mostly band-aids), but it is big enough to add a few other items like an emergency whistle, "liquid skin" (also sold by Dollar Tree), and contacts case and spare eye drops. I think I will buy a few of these for the car and our future Go-Kits/Go-Bags. Can't beat the $1.00 price!

I'm also considering the $8.00 first aid kit from the Red Cross. It has a lot more in it and it of course is approved by the Red Cross. But then again, I'm cheap. Wonder if I can manage to get all the same items that are in the Red Cross kit for less than $8.

Emergency Preparedness. It's so simple, but it ain't cheap!

I've set myself a goal for 2011. To be better prepared for an emergency. I'm not much of one to make New Year's resolutions. Or, if I do, they are pretty unenthusiastic and really not practical. But, I work in emergency management. And I'm somewhat prepared in case of an emergency. I feel I should practice what I preach. I am also on a budget. Single mom, single income, lots of responsibilities that get in the way. My new goal is:

Spend $10 a week OR $10 a month, as the minimum, on emergency preparedness.

That dollar amount mainly includes supplies. But there are other things to do to.

I hope to share my tips and tricks and things I find. Not just from this experience, but also from my work experience. Fell free to follow along and provide your own experiences and advice!