In May 2002, Michael and Candace Quinn had just returned to their eighty-year-old home from their whirlwind wedding and honeymoon. Exhausted, they fell into bed, wanting to sleep late the next morning. Their home, however, had other ideas. At 3:10 a. m., their world changed forever as they watched a merciless fire rapidly consume their home and belongings. Candace Quinn relies on her personal experience as a fire victim combined with a firefighter family background in order to educate others on how to prevent a fire, protect personal belongings, and create a plan of action should a home disaster occur. Quinn teaches specifically how to: Inventory, document, and store possessions Develop a """"grab-and-go"""" list for each room Practice a fast escape and arrange a meeting location Secure a fire-safe home through vigilant observations This practical how-to guide will help any family learn the precautionary steps required to minimize the devastation created by a personal disaster. """"""""Ms. Quinn's mix of personal experience with statistically correct data combines for an easy, informative read...one every homeowner or dweller should do. After 28 years as a fire chief, even I learned a couple things. This book is what everyone should know BEFORE fire] happens to you."""" -Chief Eric Madison, Longmeadow, Massachusetts, Fire Department | I Survived A House Fire I Wish My Stuff Had by Candace A Quinn, Paperback | Indigo Chapters