Here's what I need from each family...

1) Like last time we will share the responsibilities of cooking. I would like to know what you plan on cooking for both breakfast and dinner so that we don't have the same type foods next to each other.

2) An S.O.S instruction to teach everyone. (This will be by first come, first choose) Anything that you think of that could be beneficial for surviving in our times.

3) Each family will pick out a Tribe Name. You can even make a banner if you like; something that represents your individual family. It doesn't need to be too big.

4) Vote on how we should do the family picture. Does everyone want to wear the same colors as last time or do you want something different. We could even display our tribe name on t-shirts, eh maybe not. Better to plan ahead so that we can be "prepared." :)

5) Bring any fishing poles because Grandpa is taking the big kids fishing. (and anyone else who wants to help catch some fish for dinner!) ha ha.

6) One evening we will have ice cream sundaes so if you have an ice cream maker bring it and let me know what kind of ice cream you plan on making.

7) Ladies if anyone has a quilters frame bring it if you can. Bring a quilt to work on too if you have one.

8) I'm sure everyone's dreading this one, but I thought it would be fun to do as a sort of celebrate a fun week. A VARIETY SHOW! Please everyone have something they can do. It will be in front of the window's in the family room of course and I'm trying to figure out something that will hold curtains. This will be video taped along with the S.O.S teachings. Everyone will get a copy.

I know this is a lot to ask for something that's suppose to be a "vacation," but if you plan ahead it shouldn't be too bad. I think we'll all have a great time and can carry home with us some special memories.