what do 72-hour kits have to do with dieting?

They are both easy to put off until another day!


I've often wondered what kind of dramatic event it would take for me to commit myself to a lifestyle of healthy eating. One where I never deviate from brown rice, wheat bread, lean proteins, veggies and fruit, antioxidants and vigorous daily exercise.

Will I be 250 pounds with 50% body fat before turn down the artichoke dip at BJ's?

Will I be playing with Jack at the park and have to sit down after 3 pushes on the swing because I had one-too-many Wendy's frosties?

Would I refrain from chocolate chip cookies if my doctor came to me and said I have two weeks to live because my cholesterol is sky-high?


Who knows? Procrastination seems to be my middle name.

BUT just this once in my life, I have been inspired to take action on something I've been putting off for a LONG time. Thanks to a few earthquakes, and some motivated friends, I decided to get together a basic 72-hour kit for our family before the big disaster strikes and my warnings are over.

So heck, I may be portly when the big quake hits, but I will not be unprepared! And judging from the tuna salad and fruit cups in our kits, we may even shed a few pounds in 72-hours time!