Prepared for Winter Weather?

The American Red Cross asked Twitter readers "What are your tips for preparing for cold, snow and ice?" Most of the posted responses were very practical but there were a few fun ones mixed in.

Besides advice such as dressing in layers, or having the right supplies on hand, there were cute things such as "Buy hot cocoa before the grocery stores run out!" and "Bundle up with a cup of something warm in front of a fire & enjoy the snowfall." A couple of responses even involved moving to Hawaii. You can find the full posting on the American Red Cross website page: "YOUR Snow Safety Tips"

Are wondering what this Twitter thing is? This is straight from their FAQ:

Twitter is a service for friends, family, and co–workers to communicate and stay connected through the exchange of quick, frequent messages. People write short updates, often called "tweets" of 140 characters or fewer. These messages are posted to your profile or your blog, sent to your followers, and are searchable on Twitter search.

Visit the Twitter website at http://twitter.com and you just might get hooked. When you do, follow the American Red Cross at http://twitter.com/RedCross or one of your Medi-Facts bloggers at http://twitter.com/jespi55.