Bill,I've ingested vegetable based candles.Save them for their intended use! Get some long term food bars,trailmix,jerky etc. and stash with some water.Some foods are better nutritionally and store better,but if your stranded(especially with children),a favorite food is a comfort. Rotation is important.I use the expediant method of forgetting my money, or waiting out my G/F's shopping marathons!<br><br>