Journal 10– You have one final component to plan for
your trip – what you will bring. Describe how you will pack, being careful not
to make this entry a simple list.
When I am packing for a trip, I always pack way too much!
Packing is not a fun thing for me to do because I find it very stressful. Even
when I am going to stay the night at my friend’s house for a night; my dad
often jokes and asks if I going to be gone for a week. During the trip, I want
to try very hard to only pack the things I absolutely need. I am going to be
visiting eight different major cities so I do not want to be walking around with a ton
of luggage.
When I pack
I always start from my feet up, that way I can make sure I do not forget
anything very important. I am going to need my Brooks because they are nice,
comfy, tennis shoes and ankle socks. This is definitely important because I am
going to be walking around a lot. Since it is summer and very nice out I am
going to bring a pair of flip flops too because I am traveling to several
beaches, such as Ocean City Maryland. Then, I am going to pack a few pairs of
shorts and not try to overdo the amount of clothing I am bringing because if I
need to I can buy clothing in the cities I go to. I definitely want to get a
few souvenirs when I travel and I will most likely buy a few t-shirts. Keeping
that in mind, I am not going to bring too many shirts. I am also going to bring
a few tank tops, just in case the weather is really hot.
Since I am
traveling to several hotels I am not bringing many hair products or body wash
because hotels usually provide those items. Also, because it is going to be so
hot I need to bring several hair ties and probably invest in some sunscreen. Also, I think it is important for me to bring a rain coat just in case it rains out. I
also am going to bring my favorite neckless because I cannot travel anywhere
without it. Obviously I need to bring my wallet with cash just in
case. I think that is everything that I need to bring and just typing this out
is scaring me and making me think that I am forgetting something!
I totally agree that packing too much can be very stressful, Mentally because you always worrying about if you have everything, or if you forgot something. Also physically, because you have to take so much with you and all of the bags that needs to be carried all the time; its no fun at all. You have a great plan for your trip and looks like you have everything handled. The beach seem like it would be a great time to relax and just get away from any troubles.
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ReplyDeleteI loved how this blog turned very practical for you! When I am packing for a trip I am so filled with anxiety I wait till the last minute to actually pack. Then, I am in such a rush I tend to forget lots of thing! Your method of starting form the bottom up is very practical and I will defiantly be using it next time I pack!
Packing is so stressful. And I hate it so much I put it off until the very last minute, then I stress even more because I waited so long. I like your approach to packing. I usually go through my day as far as what I need to get ready in the morning, what I use throughout the day, and then what I use at night. After I get that, I tackle clothes. To make sure I get everything, I go one outfit at a time, piece by piece. The items you name sound like essentials for your trip. If you ever go on this trip, I hope the light packing works out for you!
ReplyDeletePacking is never a fun thing to do, so I couldn't agree with you more. And I think how you pack your stuff was a good idea, makes it less likely you'll forget something important.
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