<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>> Hi listies, Here is a summary of the responses I got about the gf survival kit. Most people said it was a good idea although one person said we were much too paranoid. Someone said that if you live in California or the midwest you might have one already in case of earthquake or tornado. Some additional suggestions I received were: Put a real fork, knife and spoon in it for each person in your family, as plastic usually breaks. A can of cashews are good for protein and fat. Of course, this is true only if you are not allergic to tree nuts. Put everything in a backpack in case you have to evacuate to make it easier to carry. Also, extra car keys, water bottles, rope, and flashlights. A can opener, pencils/pens, papers, envelopes, stamps, cash, towels, washclothes, warm clothes, boots, blankets, a medic alert bracelet on the celiac for identification in case you get separated or in case the person is unconscious. Someone said that in case of emergency, carrying around a lot of water is too heavy so they said to check out water purification tablets that you get at a camping goods store. I haven't done this, but if someone has, please post the results. I also got this e-mail about someone who makes up these kits. I thought I would pass the info along to you. It would be a lot cheaper to do it yourself and also, you could make sure everything in it was gluten free. Also, it was suggested that you check expiration dates on food and medicine often and change out the expired items. Here is her info: "Hi my name is Pam, My company is Preparedness Depot I sell survival and preparedness supplies. I also have a 3 day supply of food for 3 meals it is very helpful for us who are GF. I have not found a GF survival emergency food bar, but I am working on it. Email me if you need any other supplies. I am a distributor for Quake Kare, you can look on their web site, but my prices are cheaper. www.quakekare.com". I hope that I never have to use my kit, but it makes me feel better just knowing there is something I can do for my family. Peace and blessings to all. Warmly, Bev Wahl [log in to unmask]