Ahoy polloi (an island for the masses)
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Enjoy both the bag and the friend!
Happy Monday!! I’m at work which is all good because the weather is horrible today. All rainy and humid, ick.
Happy Monday!
Warm and humid here but better than it was.
Oldest DD is 26 today. Presents all around.
She didn’t want a new bag for her Bday. Hmmmm.
Maybe she was switched at hospital? Lol
The madness continues...
Silly World packing tips:
1) packing cubes are bigger, when full.
Dazzled by shop displays, of flappy neon storage options?
3-4 cubes for most carry-on size bags.
2) tiny packing cubes = useless.
Need each sock & bra, inside a separate zippered packing peanut? Seek professional help.
3) safety pins are to travel, what zip ties are to cycling = essential fix-its.
4) plan for stink & spills.
Fill small plastic bottle with detergent & bring clothesline (paracord) = sink/tub laundry.
5) bring 1 big, soft scarf.
No filthy airline blankets, outfit color & warmth, modesty in churches, carries picnic food.
Plus whipping it & yelling, "Yeehaw!" confuses feral dogs & suspicious groups of children--just long enough.
6) rushing tampon/etc. purchases, in unfamiliar places, ends tragically.
Pack enough.
Then pack more.
7) smartwool socks & thermals.
Omg, yes.
8) comfortable shoes = top priority.
Will not "break in."
Pinching & rubbing before trip? Buy other shoes.
Preferably waterproof. With good tread.
9) snacks save lives.
Starving, disoriented & jet-lagged?
Eating questionable stuff, in desperation, ends tragically.
10) running out of/losing anything (except snacks & tampons) is not end of world.
Pack too little shampoo & hand lotion. Let pickpockets have a glove or trivial coin purse.
No biggie.
Then enjoy another adventure.
Silly World packing tips:
1) packing cubes are bigger, when full.
Dazzled by shop displays, of flappy neon storage options?
3-4 cubes for most carry-on size bags.
2) tiny packing cubes = useless.
Need each sock & bra, inside a separate zippered packing peanut? Seek professional help.
3) safety pins are to travel, what zip ties are to cycling = essential fix-its.
4) plan for stink & spills.
Fill small plastic bottle with detergent & bring clothesline (paracord) = sink/tub laundry.
5) bring 1 big, soft scarf.
No filthy airline blankets, outfit color & warmth, modesty in churches, carries picnic food.
Plus whipping it & yelling, "Yeehaw!" confuses feral dogs & suspicious groups of children--just long enough.
6) rushing tampon/etc. purchases, in unfamiliar places, ends tragically.
Pack enough.
Then pack more.
7) smartwool socks & thermals.
Omg, yes.
8) comfortable shoes = top priority.
Will not "break in."
Pinching & rubbing before trip? Buy other shoes.
Preferably waterproof. With good tread.
9) snacks save lives.
Starving, disoriented & jet-lagged?
Eating questionable stuff, in desperation, ends tragically.
10) running out of/losing anything (except snacks & tampons) is not end of world.
Pack too little shampoo & hand lotion. Let pickpockets have a glove or trivial coin purse.
No biggie.
Then enjoy another adventure.
The madness continues...
Silly World packing tips:
1) packing cubes are bigger, when full.
Dazzled by shop displays, of flappy neon storage options?
3-4 cubes for most carry-on size bags.
2) tiny packing cubes = useless.
Need each sock & bra, inside a separate zippered packing peanut? Seek professional help.
3) safety pins are to travel, what zip ties are to cycling = essential fix-its.
4) plan for stink & spills.
Fill small plastic bottle with detergent & bring clothesline (paracord) = sink/tub laundry.
5) bring 1 big, soft scarf.
No filthy airline blankets, outfit color & warmth, modesty in churches, carries picnic food.
Plus whipping it & yelling, "Yeehaw!" confuses feral dogs & suspicious groups of children--just long enough.
6) rushing tampon/etc. purchases, in unfamiliar places, ends tragically.
Pack enough.
Then pack more.
7) smartwool socks & thermals.
Omg, yes.
8) comfortable shoes = top priority.
Will not "break in."
Pinching & rubbing before trip? Buy other shoes.
Preferably waterproof. With good tread.
9) snacks save lives.
Starving, disoriented & jet-lagged?
Eating questionable stuff, in desperation, ends tragically.
10) running out of/losing anything (except snacks & tampons) is not end of world.
Pack too little shampoo & hand lotion. Let pickpockets have a glove or trivial coin purse.
No biggie.
Then enjoy another adventure.
This sounds perfect!
Everything so true! Haven’t traveled overseas in years, so they not sell Tampax in the country your visiting?
When I ran out, in NZ, faced an aisle of unfamiliar brands.
And teenage boy clerks, mortified by my questions.
Packing more this time. Easier.
When I ran out, in NZ, faced an aisle of unfamiliar brands.
And teenage boy clerks, mortified by my questions.
Packing more this time. Easier.
That makes sense. At least you have a choice. Are men just as squeemish in NZ as they are here?
You should buy bag for self--for giving birth to her 26 years ago.
Xlnt plan! I will do this!
The ones I met were very nice.
But am spoiled with Man undaunted by feminine hygiene products. And am old enough to be comfortable with body.
So NZ teenage angst was hilarious, if ill-timed.
Got a chuckle just thinking of that.
My hubbie not fazed either. Has been known (in the old days) to pick up chocolate, InStyle magazine and a 36 pack of fav brand when necessary. An important characteristic in a mate.
Be aware! Tampons in Europe usually don‘t come with applicator. There is only one brand that I used before I switched to cups.
Tampax is not sold here! Tried it once but hated it!
Yes! Exactly!