Finally, an update! I did spend some $$ at Dollar Tree. Not quite what I had in mind for a budget (I did go over my budget), but it's for emergency preparedness so I felt OK about it.
These are great for a purse, backpack or even in the car. They come with a nice variety of band-aids and you can even put some extra items in there. I added antibiotic creme and liquid skin. I will also add a card with emergency phone numbers for my son. I do plan to get 3 bigger ones. One for the house, one for the car and one for my go-bag.
4 pack of Tidy Totes
These were appropriately titled something like "mom's best friend." I love these. They are mesh bags that are compact and great for putting dirty clothes or toys in. They aren't incredibly sturdy, but they will do for a quick solution in an emergency.
3-pack of Wet Wipes
These are great as a quick cleaning solution. Hands, faces, butts, toys. And 3 packs for $1 is pretty good! These come in small packs and are not the "bottled" wipes.
For the really dirty times.
This is more for my 10 year old son who isn't as concerned about what he washes his hair and body with. That is, when I can get him into the shower. It's a trial size, so I might just get an empty travel bottle and fill it up with something else instead.
4 Magic Towels - those little compact kid washcloths that you put in water and watch them grow
They may not be the world's best washcloths, BUT, they are compact and with a little bit of water they are usable. I had them as a kid and remember using them for a couple of years after getting them. They are sturdy, light and they take up very little room. Kid Bonus: Sponge Bob!
I've actually never used a product like this before. A liquid band aid of sorts that comes with 2 in a pack. I think one tube is probably good for one or two smaller cuts. I put one each into the first aid kits.
Not a bad deal! Similar name brand items like this cost $3-4 at the grocery store. I'm sure it is just as good.
Always needed in my home. I have eternally chapped lips.
2 boxes of dog food, a pack of pee-pee pads, clean-up bags and a dog collar
Yes, you should prepare to take your pets with you if you have to leave your home. Leaving them behind can create more problems than taking them with you. The two small boxes of Purina dog food will probably last my dog a week and a half if rationed out. You can also take your regular pet food and portion it out into a large freezer bag or plastic container. The pee-pee pads are priceless if your animal is crated for a long period of time. Extra collar and leash eliminates hunting for one if you have to leave quickly. And don't forget a new toy!
So, where to next? I'm sure I'll go back to Dollar Tree for some more exploration. I also need to find some sturdy backpacks to use for our go-kits and 2 inexpensive animal carriers for the cat and rabbit.
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