?? EMERGENCY? NOT ON MY WATCH! ?? 10 Hilariously Real (& Actually Useful) Tips for Family Readiness

Let’s be honest: when an emergency hits, most families aren’t “ready”—they’re just “reacting.”

Someone can’t find their shoes, the flashlight batteries are mysteriously missing, and your cat has somehow locked itself in the bathroom. Sound familiar?

I wrote EMERGENCY: NOT ON MY WATCH! because preparedness shouldn’t feel overwhelming—it should feel like second nature. Whether it’s a sudden power outage, a medical scare, or a full-blown natural disaster, here’s how to avoid the “Where’s the flashlight?!” panic.

?? 10 Readiness Tips (With a Side of Reality)

1?? The “Shoes by the Door” Rule If you can’t leave without tripping over at least one pair of shoes, you’re doing it right. No one wants to hunt for sneakers in an evacuation.

2?? The “Grab-and-Go” Binder Important documents should be organized and easy to grab. Trust me, you don’t want to be rifling through a junk drawer while sirens are blaring.

3?? Emergency Contacts = NOT JUST IN YOUR PHONE Write them down. Because Murphy’s Law says your phone will be dead exactly when you need it most.

4?? Practice “Surprise” Drills Tell your family, “The power just went out. What do we do first?” You’ll quickly find out who actually listens when you talk about emergency plans.

5?? Keep Gas in the Car An empty tank during an evacuation = a very stressful car ride. Fill up before a storm, not after everyone else already has.

6?? Know Where the Pets Go Because a missing cat mid-evacuation is a nightmare. Have a pet plan, or be prepared to spend an hour chasing them under the bed.

7?? Stockpile Snacks, Not Just Canned Beans Survival is one thing. Survival without snacks is another. Pack protein bars, dried fruit, and treats that actually keep morale high.

8?? A “Mom-Level” First Aid Kit If it can’t handle cuts, burns, allergies, and mystery ailments, it’s not a real first aid kit. Customize yours to your family’s needs.

9?? Cash on Hand ATMs and card readers fail when power’s out. Keep small bills, because no one has change for a $50 during an emergency.

?? The “Stay Calm” Mindset Panicking helps literally no one. Make a plan, practice it, and know that even when chaos hits—you’ve got this.

?? Want the full guide? Grab your copy of EMERGENCY: NOT ON MY WATCH! and turn “uh-oh” into “already handled.”

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