Spent a luxurious Memorial Day weekend puttering in my garden which I have nicknamed Eden. The roses and peonies were in full bloom, the weather superb, my husband kids were around, my trusty maltese Gus at my side and all felt good in the world, until the first military helicopter flew over my house. I heard it coming, because it was so clearly different from the other planes that are always somewhere in the distance headed to JFK or LaGuardia. The tone was deep and it was clear something was flying low. Funny how you hear something, turn towards it in time to see it coming and watch it roll by. I figured it was for some Memorial Day celebration somewhere and returned to my potting table when the second one flew overhead. Then I ran through the mental exercise of what if?

What if something were wrong and I had to gather my flock in the house, just like I tell everyone else to do. Was I ready for an emergency?

I have several Luxe Ice-Qubes in my basement, with ample products for more than 10 people but where was my Ice-Qube Dog? I had just taken it out to show someone and may have left it at the warehouse. Oh no! That panic and worry would have been alleviated had I just put the Ice-Qube Dog back where it belongs. Where I can count on it being. That's what proper emergency preparedness means. Knowing that you have what you need, if you need it.

Of course, there was no emergency. The weekend was a majestic perfect holiday weekend, but reality is never far from our thoughts.  I went and added fresh food and treats to my Ice-Qube Dog and added it back to my collection of Ice-Qubes in my 'safe' place in the basement.  Knowing that I had what I needed, if I needed it,  it was a wonderful feeling and sent me back to the garden with a smile.

As huge Cesar fans, we jumped at the chance to get involved in the Cesar’s Way Great Dog Adventure taking place in San Diego June 25-26th. We are so jealous of the lucky 40 participants and their lucky dogs who are going to get to participate in a fun filled weekend, including a 50-dog Pack Walk led by Cesar Millan! That alone is worth the price of admission.

Ice-Qube is proud to be among the supporters of this event which in part supports the fine work of the Cesar and Illusion Millan Foundation. Each participant will receive a gift of an Ice-Qube Dog as a momento of this wonderful weekend. We are guessing that these dog owners are among the most passionate about caring for their dog. Proper emergency preparedness for all family members, including our four legged friends, is the smart thing to do, and with the addition of the Ice-Qube Dog to the family emergency kit, these Great Dog Adventure participants will be prepared for any emergency, big or small.

Dog lovers know that In Case of Emergency, you may be required to shelter in place with your pet and in some cases, you may be required to evacuate and be separated from your animal. Writeable ID tags makes it possible to leave your cell phone number with your animal. The Ice-Qube Dog includes that writeable ID tag and marker as well as an array of other products for survival, hygiene, feeding, including resealable containers for your pets preferred food and treat, feeding bowl and First-Aid. Our Dogs are a part of our life and our family. Taking care of our pets is a natural extension of caring for our family. I trust these lucky Great Dog Adventure participants will love their weekend and their Ice-Qube Dog. Hail Cesar!

Three cheers it for the PA Valley Girl Scouts, who can lead the way to assure their communities preparedness In Case of Emergency. They participated in a learning day to understand what is required for proper supplies In Case of Emergency. Emergency preparedness is the smart thing to do, the problem is people don't do it. I think Emergency Preparedness could be the perfect replacement for the cookie fundraiser!

Congratulations to all the girl scouts & leaders who participated in this event. These girl scouts can play a vital community role in assisting others to prepare, Bravo!

I know just how Tom Petty felt when he sang and wrote Refugee. Learning about every facet of this journey and business is illuminating, but i was not prepared for how constrained my serious efforts have been curtailed by a website that took more than it was giving. That will change.

Our crusade to get on registry at babiesrus continues. Could you think of a better shower gift than an ice-qube baby?  We are thrilled to be on babiesrus.com and are thrilled to have  received lovely notes and comments from mommies and grandma's who love their ice-qubes as well as mommy bloggers. The peace of mind this offers every mom, grandma is priceless! Keep baby safe in any emergency, big or small.

Pregnant mommies, please  join our crusade, add a comment here or go to babiesrus.com and tell them to add the Ice-Qube Baby to their registry! Every baby and momy needs a Ice-Qube Baby backup.

We are excited to announce that ICE-Qube Baby Emergency Kits are easier to find than ever!

ICE-Qube Baby Emergency Kits are now available at Babies R Us. An ICE-Qube Baby Emergency Kit is a creative and useful baby gift idea for new parents. If you've ever been to a baby shower you'll know what I mean. The new parents usually receive dozens of very cute newborn-sized outfits. While these adorable outfits get the "ooohs and ahhhs" from other guests they are not a particularly useful gift. The baby usually grows out of them before wearing them much (if at all). My babies didn't even get to wear some of their cute newborn clothes at all before I discovered they were already too small.

Give the gift of emergencey preparedness!

ICE-Qubes Baby Emergency Kits are a practical gift that will get used! Look for them at Babies R Us.