I Love the Cannery!!!

My mom has always been big into food storage. I think I started being a big advocate after the huge earthquake in Peru during my mission. But I really became a fan of the cannery when I had to teach part of the Priesthood/Relief Society combined lesson on food storage. I did my research for that lesson and came to realize even more the importance of having an adequate food storage. I did, however, feel guilty for getting so excited about it, and encouraging everyone to go to the cannery when I myself had never been. So I swore to go.
The problem is, Danny and I live with my parents. Which shouldn't be an excuse not to go, but it has been.
Danny and I have some Peruvian friends who we have been helping with their transition to the U.S. over the last year. Marleny and her two sons have been living with family, desperate for their own space. It was a crazy situation. Last month they were finally able to find an apartment that is perfect for them. It's been hard, especially considering that they speak little to no English. Their landlord is the greatest and watches out for them. The only furniture they have is a kitchen table with chairs, and they have very little kitchen appliances. We've been trying to figure out what we could do to help them and it hit me. The cannery! Not only would it help with her grocery shopping (she doesn't have a car), the prices are awesome, and it would be a good chance to let her see more of the resources the church has to offer. We mentioned it to her and she thought it sounded great.
We went tonight. A perfect night, because the storm had driven everyone else away. We had the place to ourselves and the missionaries were all very helpful! As soon as we are in our own place again I am definitely getting my food storage going. The cannery is so cool! I'm excited to go again. If you've never been, I'd love to go with you!
(And just a side comment... if you are planning on D.I.ing anything, or know anyone who is, things like furniture (anything for a kitchen or to fill an empty living room or bedrooms) we know an awesome family who would be grateful!)