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Hey everybody!! My name is Brianna and this is my very first post for Shelf Reliance Mom. I am super excited to be joining Tiffany! I just thought for my first post that I would do a little write up about me and some odd but hopefully fun facts about me.

This is my little family. It's from 2 Christmases ago...as in 2011. We're a little behind. Pretty sad that this is the most recent family photo...

A lot has changed since this photo was taken. Jaxon had his first and second birthday. Jacob has a new job. We bought our first house (scary and exciting!). 6 months after this picture was taken I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. We're also expecting our second baby!

Part of the reason I'm excited to be joining Tiffany is because I am always looking for ways to be more self reliant, feed my family good food, and control my diabetes. I hope that I'll be able to share what I learn with you and that in turn we can help each other! So to conclude my first post I wanted to share 10 facts about myself with you.

1. I love making lists.
2. I use exclamation marks A LOT.
3. I don't have a favorite color. How can you pick just one?
4. I am addicted to Hulu and Netflix.
5. Once I get into a book I have to finish it and will spend every spare minute reading.
6. I sleep a lot. I'm talking at least 8 hours a night and usually a nap during the day, but hey I'm pregnant!
7. I practically live at Target.
8. I love having a clean and organized house, but it rarely is.
9. I pretty much live in my pajamas and only get dressed when I absolutely have to leave the house.
10. Diet Dr. Pepper is heaven sent.

Has the time to prepare come and gone?

Day 9- Are you ready to run?
There are 3 responses I get when I tell people what I do: 1. Laughing,  "You're crazy... Do you really think something like that could happen?" 2. That makes sense, but it's not important yet. 3.  "Oh my goodness, sign me up.  There is so much going on right now that I would love to have some supplies as soon as possible.  I have a friend that had .... happen.  Did you know that .... is happening in other parts of the world?"

There are events going down all over the world that are forcing people to leave their homes at a moment's notice.  What would you grab?  This (as well as a plan of action that my husband and I are writing) is what we have decided to keep as a top priority in our preparedness.  This 2 person survival kit is actually on sale for 51% off right now when you purchase it through my website.  Of course we sell tons of other kits, too, I just truly appreciate this one because it is so accessible for most people.  If you'd like to learn more about how to prepare, you can visit these other articles, What's your plan?, Food Storage isn't necessarily perfect, but it's perfectly necessary: Lessons from Japan, Would you be ready in 10 minutes.  Today, I wanted to give you a little food for thought so you'd understand why we think its necessary.


Are any of these scenes familiar to you?

Hopefully the answer was no, but if you've watched the news lately, its impossible not to hear about record tornadoes, hurricanes, earthquakes, tsunamis, crop failure, drought, flooding, snowfall, heat, and cooling....  I read this article today and it just opened my eyes so much to what I already knew existed.  I hope that it stirs something within you to make you want to get your family ready.  If you have any  questions or comments, feel free to leave them below or email me at TiffsTreasures@gmail.com.

Here's the opening point of the article:

"     Here are some headlines from the past several days:
     “2011 Tornado Season has seen increase in Storms, Record Death Toll”

• “Missouri River Flood of 2011 one for the History Books”
• “The recent floods and tornado outbreaks mark the most costly disaster in American history”
• “Food price shock ahead”.

     All of these are headlines seen in the past few days in June. Is the time for preparing past?
     No, but it will now be much more expensive than it would have been just a few months ago.
     ...that alone is not the most interesting part of the story. What we should really be taking note of is the fact that we are returning to the weather patterns of the 1950s and 1960s. During those years there were serious weather conditions which hit the northeast coast of North America, the jet stream lowered its path, and temperatures were confused – it was much colder in normally warm areas, and much warmer in normally cool areas."

She goes on to talk about all of the immense crop failures which China is currently experiencing which is causing China to buy out much of the food supplies that the US and Canada would otherwise have depended upon, thus we will be getting a later food shortage shock.  She points out that while the time to prepare has not passed, what we are preparing for has already begun. Food is now pricier and less available than it was at one point in time, but it is going to get worse, much worse....so act now!

To learn more about this article, please visit Has the Time for Preparation Passed? By Carolyn Nicolaysen.
 I am not writing this to be preachy, but I just want you to know that I hope that you are in a position to do whatever it takes to prepare your families for whatever may come our way.  Until just a few days ago, our little town had experienced a record breaking amount of days without rain (over 120).  We were blessed to get some for an evening but are still in great need.  While we are experiencing this, there are raging fires in AZ which are close to power lines that I've heard supply 40% of the electricity to the company from which we get our electricity.  Lack of electricity means no AC during summers that are commonly over 100 degrees.  If you are from my area and have heard about the fires in Arizona, you should go here to learn more about the need for rolling black outs.  Still yet I have friends in other parts of the US who are drowning in rain, while still more are suffering from the effects of the tornadoes.  We have an eagle scout locally who was originally collecting hygiene kits for the Haiti victims, then with Japan happening, that became his next priority until all of a sudden things just a few states away occurred.  It is my personal feeling that things are going to continue to get worse and closer to home.  Please do whatever you can to get prepared in whatever means you think necessary.  Let me be clear and tell you that this is NOT an ad for my business, if you'd like my products, fine, but if you can afford some things from the cannery great, Sams or Costco, fantastic, wherever, SUPER.  Just do what you can to get your families ready, please.  My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.  Thank you!


Remember that if you are going to purchase products from Shelf Reliance, I can sell them to you for the best rate available (cheaper than Costco) as long as you go to my direct website by clicking here.  I'm your coupon! Best of Luck.

Huge Shipping Discount for Shelf Reliance - No Coupon Necessary on 1 Year Supply Packages

This sale has ended, but better ones are on the way...click here to view the Current Sales and newly released products.  To be notified right away when there are sales,  you can join my free email list or email me at TiffsTreasures@gmail.com to get information on unadvertised deals.

Day 3-Convenient Packages  

For the 30 Days of Faves I'd have to say that I love all of the convenient package combos Shelf Reliance offers.  There are many companies that offer one set package and what you get is what you get.  Shelf reliance offers packages with Dehydrated foods, and Freeze-Dried Foods.  For Dairy Free or Meat Free.  It is very easy for someone who is totally knew to the idea of building a "Home Store" to come and see what they'd want.  All they'd need to do was figure out how many people they would need to feed, how basic or extravagant they'd want to get, and decide if there were packages they'd want more due to the types of food.  The packages are very clear about exactly how many calories are in there per person so you are not left wondering, will I have enough food?  What a simple way to prepare your family for the storms ahead without having to suffer from the guilt of not having your family prepared.


For more information on the reasons for food storage and 72 hour kits please visit Lessons from Japan.  I will be sure to give you details on the differences between Freeze Dried and Dehydrated foods tomorrow!


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Shelf Reliance is going to be changing their shipping charges beginning June 8th.  What does this mean for you?  If you were going to be buying a 1 year supply of food for a family of any size, a large 72 hour kit package, tents or shelving units, you will want to buy by clicking here before June 8th to save LOTS of money.


Currently the rate to ship anything over $190 is only 15.99, but starting June 8th, due to rising gas prices, they will be changing their costs to 5% of the package total.  For example if you were going to buy a Standard 1 Year Supply of FD and Dehydrated Food, for the next week it will cost you $15.99 to ship, after June 8th it will be around $130.  That is a savings of around $114 just for ordering in the next week.

I know not everyone needs a year supply package that is this big, but I will just use this as an example:
This is the 1 Year Deluxe Food Storage Package - Family of Five package which retails for $7,657.49.  You can buy it through the website for 20% off bringing it do just about $6,000.  I can sweeten the deal in 3 more ways,
1) Order BEFORE June 8th and you will only pay 15.99 to ship it to anywhere in the 48 contiguous states.
2) I will send you a case of ANY food of your choice after you email me and tell me what it is you'd like. Whether you are carnivores and want more meat, need the simplicity of just add water meals and would like entrees, can't get enough of the freeze-dried pineapple or your kids eat a lot of cheese or yogurt....your wish is my command!
3) If you can find at least one other person who'd like to place an order with you (it doesn't have to be this big)  I will set up a party for you so you can earn lots of free and half off product.


Why am I offering this stellar deal? Come June 8th it will cost someone $300 to ship this package.  I know that Daily Bread and many other BIG year suppliers are starting to up their shipping with the rising gas prices, but I'm hoping to get people prepared as soon as possible for as cheap as possible.


So lets review....
You get almost $8,000 (7700 from the 1 year supply and around 275 from the case of your choice) worth of food plus a possibility to earn 500 in half off retail product and 600 in free retail product for the price of about $6000 if you order before June 8th.  If you order after June 8th, the package will still be on sale through my website but you will no longer get the case of free food and shipping will now cost $300 rather than 15.99.  Technically I just gave you another 284 ($) deal sweeteners!
Thinking about ordering a different year supply package?  Email me and I'll let you know what I'd be able to offer you.


I am appreciative that Shelf Reliance shipping prices are still more competitive than most direct sales companies, just passing the message on!


If you like this post, you might also like to learn more about how to compare food storage packages and winning a Harvest 72" for free.

Shelf Reliance Coupon Code - Package 36% off the party price!!!

****This sale is over now, but if you'd like to learn about the current UNADVERTISED specials running right now that are only available through a consultant email me at TiffsTreasures@gmail.com and I will email you a flier with the current sales details. To take a sneak peek at the products that will be coming out in just a couple of days (insert applause here...) click here.  

Food and Water Package

Retail $1399.99

Consultant Price $973

Q Club Coupon for April- 25% off of#10 can of Strawberries or more than 30% off of a case of 6 cans.

Retail $26.69

Party $24.09

#10 Q-pon $20.02 

Case Q-pon $102.98 = $17.16 per can

Shelf Reliance just announced today that due to customer demand ... the Food and Water Package Sale got extended to April 30th so if you have a tax return coming in the mail that you just can't wait to put to good use, you can now apply it towards getting some peace of mind for your family!  So if you are wondering how to get the coupon code for this awesome deal, guess what?  I'm your coupon!  This sale is only offered through consultants so you have to call or email me to get this fantastic price.  My email is TiffsTreasures@gmail.com or call (575)621-0274 to cash in on this sale today.  Wondering what all is in the package? I have it all laid out for you at the end of the page!  Plus, if you sign up to host  an event in your home you will automatically earn that amount double dipped to your event.  That's $97 in free food and $150 in half off product before anyone has even walked into your home!


Is there something else you've been eyeing?  Shelf Reliance doesn't tend to do actual coupon codes because if you buy the food through a consultant you save anywhere from 5-50% off of the retail price.  If you just shop at www.shelfreliancemom.shelfreliance.com instead of the regular website, you won't even need a coupon because it will give you these discounts automatically.  The only other way to get a better price is to sign up as a Q customer through me. Q customers save an additional few percentages off of the consultant discount price.  Plus, if you REALLY like coupons, sign up with a Q through me and you will receive one on the 1st of each month that is exclusive to Q customers.  For example, the one for this month is on Strawberries.  It allows Q customers to get the can at a 25% additional discount or a case at over 30% off. For example retail price is 26.69 for one but with the Q Club Coupon its $20.02!!!  If you think that's great a case of them retails for $140.16 but th Q-pon for this month makes them $102.98!!!  That, my friends, is only about $17 per can which is a much better deal than paying 26.69 for one can.  That is the same as getting about 2 of the 6 cans absolutely free.


To find out more about becoming a Q member for free go to www.shelfreliancemom.shelfreliance.com and click on the tab that says The Q.  You might also want to view Thrive Q Videos and Host Benefits on my blog to learn more.


Now, for the contents of that awesome package:


Grains

• 6 Hard White Winter Wheat
• 4 Potato Chunks
• 6 Elbow Macaroni
• 6 Six Grain Pancake Mix
• 3 Cornmeal
• 3 Quick Oats
• 6 Instant White Rice

Veggies

• 6 Sweet Corn – Freeze Dried 
• 6 Green Peas – Freeze Dried 
• 3 Broccoli – Freeze Dried
• 3 Carrot Dices
• 3 Mixed Bell Pepper
• 3 Potato Beads

Fruits

• 3 Raspberries – Freeze Dried
• 2 Strawberries – Freeze Dried
• 6 Apple Chips

Dairy

• 6 Non-Fat Powdered Milk 
• 4 Chocolate Drink Mix
• 2 Cheddar Blend

Meats & Beans

• 2 Bacon TVP
• 2 Beef TVP 
• 2 Chicken TVP
• 2 Taco TVP 
• 2 Pinto Beans
• 2 Black Beans
• Kidney Beans
• Whole Eggs

Basics

• THRIVE Orange Drink

Other Tools Included:

• Deluxe Wheat Grinder
  • Sturdy and compact
  • Cone shaped burrs are self-aligning
  • Smooth, even milling
  • Creates 1/2 cup of fine flour per minute
  • Create grains at a fraction of the cost of store-bought
  • Stores easily in drawers, cupboards, and other small spaces
  • Adjustable texture settings
  • Stainless steel construction

Water Storage System:

• 55 Gallon Water Container
  • Barrel is made from high-density polyethylene (food grade/ BPA Free).
  • Barrel comes in blue color to restrict light, which helps to control the growth of bacteria and algae.
  • Barrel weight when full is approximately 480 lbs.
• Water Pump 
• Sturdy Bung Wrench - doubles as a gas shutoff tool and provides access to storage barrels of all sizes.
• Water Treatment Solution 
• Instructions