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Headlines Mar 21, 2011

OnSugar Blog: Do You Have a Disaster Plan?

Lots of moms like to think out loud and CaraSubi is one of them.

by OnSugar Blog

Lots of moms like to think out loud and CaraSubi is one of them. Here is an excerpt from her latest post to Cara On Sugar.

All of us are still reeling with shock, anxiety, and sadness over the recent tragedy in Japan spawned by a 9.0 earthquake, herculean Tsunamis, and now a fear over a possible nuclear disaster. No one saw this coming. Natural disasters do not convenience us with an advance notice of the time and place when it strikes. Before 2:46 p.m. people in northeast of Tokyo were going their daily routine. An hour after that time and still in a daze after the shock of the earth’s shift, they had to run for their lives when a 30 foot tsunami washed over the coast.

And while we continue to help in our respective ways, we should also contemplate our own preparedness. Continue your efforts to help Japan. Keep exerting your benevolence. But while you do this, safeguard your own security and that of your family's by formulating a plan for times of calamity. Here are some suggestions to get you started:

Formulate a Disaster Plan. Utilize the information shared by FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency). They have an excellent website to help you and your children become prepared.
Write your will. There are a number of sites that offer this service. I prefer Legalzoom.com which charges $39 for basic and $49 for comprehensive. This is a small price to pay for the peace of mind for your family.
Scan significant documents (i.e. Wills, Passport, Birth Certificates, Bank Accounts, Property Deeds and Titles, etc.) and store it on a secure online cloud. By using the web as your repository, you can access pertinent documents at any time and any place.
Hold a family meeting to reinforce your Disaster Plan. Everyone should know their respective roles.
Insure what is critical starting with your home. Also deliberate on acquiring life insurance for extra financial security for your family.

Want to see the rest? Keep reading CaraSubi's post here, or start following Cara On Sugar. Have something to say? Start your own OnSugar blog! It's easy, it's free, and we just might feature your post on our site!

Beauty Companies Are Providing Earthquake Relief in Japan

Shiseido Mar 18, 2011

Beauty Companies Are Helping Japan (and You Can, Too)

It's been a little over a week since the tragic earthquake and tsunami struck Japan, and perhaps you're looking for ways to help out.

by Jaime Richards

It's been a little over a week since the tragic earthquake and tsunami struck Japan, and perhaps you're looking for ways to help out. SavvySugar has some great advice on how you can contribute to the efforts, and there are several beauty brands participating in earthquake relief offers, such as Shiseido, who recently made a significant donation. See what other companies are chipping in, and how you can support the effort, now.

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Etsy Shops Offering Japanese Tsunami Relief Donations

Shopping Mar 16, 2011

Etsy Finds: Art and Housewares That Benefit Relief Efforts in Japan

Looking for ways to help Japan's relief efforts?

by Elka Karl

Looking for ways to help Japan's relief efforts? You can check out these tips and resources for donating directly, or bid on an item in the Handmade For Japan auction, for starters. Etsy sellers are also coming together to offer a portion or all of the money from their sales on certain items to relief efforts in Japan. If you're looking for something handmade to add to your home, this is a good way to buy that item while contributing some money toward a good cause. Be sure to double-check all of the details on the charitable giving with the seller before finalizing your sale to ensure the details on the charitable giving is accurate.

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Artists Bring Awareness to Japan With Flag-Inspired Posters

People across the globe are coming together to support and help the Japanese after last week's devastating earthquake and tsunami.

by Julia Millay Walsh

People across the globe are coming together to support and help the Japanese after last week's devastating earthquake and tsunami. Donations, of course, are always a welcome form of support — head to Savvy to read about the smartest ways to give — but the design community is rising to do their part in another way.

A group of artists have started a movement to bring awareness to the disaster and express their support through art posters. The common denominator between many of the philanthropic designs is the Japanese flag. It's fascinating to see how artists have altered the iconically simple red and white flag to make their own statement. Come along and check out a few of my favorites, and be sure to click through to each, as many designs are available for purchase to benefit the cause!

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Shiseido Makes a Donation to Victims of Japan's Earthquake and Tsunami 2011-03-16 03:10:23

Shiseido Mar 16, 2011

Shiseido Donates Over $1 Million to Provide Assistance in Japan

In a move to help its countrymen, Shiseido has donated 100 million Japanese Yen (approximately $1,239,000) to provide relief to those affected by last week's devastating earthquake and tsunami.

by Jaime Richards

In a move to help its countrymen, Shiseido has donated 100 million Japanese Yen (approximately $1,239,000) to provide relief to those affected by last week's devastating earthquake and tsunami. In addition, the Japanese brand is also giving needy people 10,000 bottles each of its dry shampoo, medicated hand soap, and two different sizes of quick-drying disinfectant lotion.

To find out how you can lend a hand, too, head to the Red Cross's website, call 1-800-RED-CROSS, or text REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation.

Photo courtesy of Shiseido

Poll Mar 15, 2011

Do You Shield Your Kids From the News?

If you're anything like me, it's been hard not to keep the TV tuned to the news over the past few days.

by Rebecca M Gruber

If you're anything like me, it's been hard not to keep the TV tuned to the news over the past few days. The sheer force of the Japanese earthquake and tsunami has captured my attention, and the first-hand tales of the survivors have taken hold of my heart. With lil ones running in and out of the room, I've had to temper my newshound-ish tendencies and look out for their well-being. A few times, my older son caught an image of the massive wave tearing through a town, and I've resorted to these tips to explain the natural disaster to him. But, more often than not, I've found myself holding off on watching the news networks until the tots are comfortably tucked into their beds.

In light of this most recent disaster, do you shield your lil ones from the news?

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Emergency Survival Supplies For the Office

Although Japan is the most earthquake-prepared country in the world, here at Sugar, our hearts still go out to their people.

by Diana Nguyen

Although Japan is the most earthquake-prepared country in the world, here at Sugar, our hearts still go out to their people. And while you may be pondering ways to help, also consider ways to improve your own emergency preparedness plans in your home and in the office.

You should have at least three-days worth of supplies per employee stored in the office. An all-purpose first aid kit ($13) is a no-brainer, but you should also stock up on Mainstay 2,400-Calorie Food Bars ($5 each) and water purification tablets ($5) in case you get trapped in the building. A Self-Powered AM/FM/NOAA Weather Radio ($30) and 12-Hour Lightsticks ($1 each) will also come in handy if the electricity goes out. Find other useful supplies for an in-office survival kit up above and here.

Do you have emergency supplies in your office?

Evacuations in California and Hawaii Due to Japan Earthquake and Tsunami

News Mar 11, 2011

Have You Ever Been Evacuated From Your Home?

Today, an earthquake registering in at a frightening 8.9 magnitude hit the northeast coast of Japan causing devastating damage and loss of life in the country.

by Elka Karl

Today, an earthquake registering in at a frightening 8.9 magnitude hit the northeast coast of Japan causing devastating damage and loss of life in the country. Additionally, tsunami alerts were issued throughout countries bordering the Pacific Ocean. Residents and visitors in Hawaii were evacuated due to a tsunami warning, and closer by, residents all along the West Coast were put on alert, with voluntary evacuations happening along the California coast.
Evacuations are issued for many natural disasters. Have you ever participated in an evacuation due to flooding, earthquakes, tsunamis, or other reasons?