Tripping & Packing
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 😉
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!!
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
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!
YES for traveling via Yaris! And socks…I never bring enough socks.
I always forget something really small but is always the most important. Have a lovely time!
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’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!
Ohhh–I have forgotten things like toothpaste…my hairbrush. GAK!
Have a wonderful safe 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!
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 🙂