My Failure Taught Me This About Preparedness

A very honest “I forgot sunscreen” moment

Why denial sometimes sneaks into our planning

Making meaningful memories with family… even when things go wrong

What a serious sunburn actually feels like (and why it sneaks up on you)

What to do when the ship store is sold out of aloe

Using herbal knowledge in real life:

Black tea for pulling heat from the skin

Chamomile for calming irritation

Peppermint for a cooling sensation

How to make a simple tea compress (fomentation) for sunburn relief

Why skills matter more than having the “perfect” supplies

A small win: having a basic first aid kit on hand

A surprising lesson from a leaking jar of jam in Grand Cayman

Why proper sealing matters in home food preservation

Trusting your instincts when something feels “off” with food

A quick reminder about safe canning practices (and when to throw food away)

The bigger takeaway: preparedness is a mindset, not perfection

Why sunscreen belongs in your 72-hour kit

Learning to think through problems and respond with what you have

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