It's a great idea to make plans. Have escape routes and meeting places identified. Here's the thing...don't screw around because there's just one more object you must get out of the house in order to complete your list. Make lots of noise, so that everyone else in the house can carry out the family escape/rescue plan and get the hell out. There's plenty in a fire that can kill you before you know you're in trouble. This is your local Mudcat fire officer saying lists are fun and planning is good, but escape is mandatory.