Tripping: Of the sidewalk variety. And of the road variety.
Wednesday evening, I finally worked up the motivation to go for a run. I grabbed my work phone (since I was waiting for an e-mail) and ran out the door. I got about a mile from my house, and glanced down at my phone to check and see if I had an e-mail. That’s when I tripped over the random cliff in the sidewalk.
Faceplant.
There was a lot of blood. I won’t post the picture, because it’s gross, but if you follow me on twitter, you probably saw the aftermath. I actually didn’t feel that bad at first, and I jogged the rest of the way home. I walked around the fan with some friends, and then after a couple of hours, I realized my knee was super swollen, and I couldn’t really bend my leg. Sweet.
I’m mostly just disappointed that I won’t be able to work out for awhile. Then again, it’s not that bad of timing, since I’ll be in a car for most of the weekend.
Eric and I will be road tripping from Virginia to Dallas on Saturday & Sunday.
I’m pretty excited to see the great state of Texas! What I’m not excited about, is packing.
I’m actually really bad at packing. I bring things I don’t need, I forget things I do need. I just throw everything in a suitcase, and then I can’t find things unless I literally empty out my whole suitcase… it’s bad. And since I have to go in a truck from Virginia to Texas, a plane from Dallas to Ohio, and a Yaris from Ohio to Virginia… I need to pack light.
So I did some research, planned it out, and packed my heart out.
Here’s what went in the suitcase:
- Clothes- 4 dresses, 2 pairs of shorts, 3 sets of workout clothes, 1 swimsuit, 3 t-shirts, 3 blouses, 1 pair of cropped pants, 2 summer scarves, lots of underoos.
- Shoes- limited myself to 1 pair of sandals, 1 pair of flats, and 1 pair of heels. (Then I wore my running shoes, since those take up the most space.)
- Makeup- instead of packing full sizes like I normally do, I picked up the essentials at CVS. These are also perfect for packing to the gym.
- Jewelry- A girl’s gotta accessorize…
Road Trip Friendly Snacks:
I’m not always a fan of what’s available on the road, so these snacks should keep me from getting too grouchy in the passengers seat 
Ouch! I’ve done that before. I went for a run and fell straight on my face. I hope you feel better! Just do the RICE method. I HATE packing more than anything! Have a fun trip
I am the WORST at packing. I like having options and can’t decide on outfits beforehand, so the suitcase gets pretty full. And I always forget pyjamas!
Ohhh–I have forgotten things like toothpaste…my hairbrush. GAK!
Have a wonderful safe trip!!!
I’m super OCD when it comes to packing… lists upon lists upon lists, so it’s rare I actually do forget anything… Except for snacks! I never think of packing snacks, and always end up getting something on the road/in the airport… Your snacks look awesome, I’ll definitely keep that in mind next time I’m traveling!
Sorry to hear about your fall Liz! That sounds rough – great you’ll be on the road and can take some time to chill! Love your suitcase…packing is always a little stressful for me. Guaranteed no matter what I always (ALWAYS) forget a razor….weird. Have a great weekend!
I always forget something really small but is always the most important. Have a lovely time!
YES for traveling via Yaris! And socks…I never bring enough socks.
When I went to florida last month I forgot almost everything, including deodorant! But I blame it on only having 20 minutes to pack! Your packing is so neat and organized!
When I go on short trips I seem to pack well, but long trips that is a different story. I tend to over pack as well. have a safe trip!!!
hugs
Lori
I’ll be packing for a month long trip to New Mexico and California. Fortunately, we’ll be in our own house in NM so I’ll have access to the washer/dryer and don’t have to pack as much. I’m just concerned I’ll have enough books!!
Oh, have fun Fran!! That sounds fun!!
Hope you’re on the road to recovery…and on the road to a good, safe road trip!
I have a packing list – actually 2. One for work, one for fun trips. So that I don’t forget anything!
Popchips…yummmm!
For some reason, I’m always good to go on the way there, but I have forgotten my phone charger SO many times and left them in hotels, etc.
Oh I have tripped too many times while running. Especially when people honk at me. It takes me by surprise and I just go flying.
I always WAAAY overpack and end up with far too many clothing options, yet usually hate everything I brought. But I will always forget at least one important toiletry, like contact solution or my glasses.
Owwwwwwwwww, not good about the knee, damn those random cliffs! Hope it’s better now and wasn’t stiff sitting in the trucks/planes/cars all weekend… lovely pic of you and Eric and those snacks look perfect; I can’t get enough Popchips at the moment!
What a drive!! Woah! I hope your knee is ok!
Ouch! Sounds sore. I hope you get better soon! Especially since you’re off on the road.
I definitely always get home with unused things, and wish I had certain other things when I travel. I feel I’m getting a bit better at it though. I find forward planning does help! I hope you have a great trip!!