What’s in my bag

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I’m often asked, “How do you pack for a four-month trip?”

Carefully!  It’s impossible to pack enough clothes to last 4 months.  

The only thing we check is our ego.  We never check our luggage. All of our possessions have to fit in a wheelie carry-on suitcase and a medium-sized backpack.

Remember the mix-and-match children’s clothing line Geranimals?  Created for kids!  An approach to which I subscribe.  Mix-and-match items where every top can be worn with every bottom create a more diverse wardrobe.

Temperatures on this adventure will range from the low-40s to the mid-90s.  I might look like a fool carrying around a down jacket when it’s 90 degrees but my coat also makes for my DIY down pillow.  I pop my jacket into my homemade pillowcase secured by Velcro at one end and voilà. My comfort item which I will use more than anything.

Shoes – what grief!  They take up so much space.  Fashion takes a backseat  (hence checking the ego) to what’s practical.  On this trip, I’m taking my Altra Running Shoes (stuffed with pills and electronic items), Dansko Beatrice clogs, and flip-flops.  I cringe.  

Inside my suitcase:

16 thoughts on “What’s in my bag”

    1. Bill and Paige – One never knows.... – Years ago we were bitten by the Wanderlust bug and the result was a serious case of “we gotta get out of here” syndrome. Pressed for time to see the world – we want to live it, breathe it, feel it and give back! So… we’re on the move!
      Bill and Paige Post author

      Getting closer. Finally rebooked our tickets today….

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      1. flightmac
        Cathy/Kevin

        Love following your travels. Living vicariously through your pics and blog posts. Learning from your lists about the magic of packing.
        Get healthy. Safe travels. Wishing you Peace.❤️

      2. Bill and Paige – One never knows.... – Years ago we were bitten by the Wanderlust bug and the result was a serious case of “we gotta get out of here” syndrome. Pressed for time to see the world – we want to live it, breathe it, feel it and give back! So… we’re on the move!
        Bill and Paige Post author

        Thank you. We’re on the slow road to recovery and looking forward to getting out of here. Hugs. 🤗

      1. Bill and Paige – One never knows.... – Years ago we were bitten by the Wanderlust bug and the result was a serious case of “we gotta get out of here” syndrome. Pressed for time to see the world – we want to live it, breathe it, feel it and give back! So… we’re on the move!
        Bill and Paige Post author

        Haha! They’re packed. I forgot to add that.

      1. Bill and Paige – One never knows.... – Years ago we were bitten by the Wanderlust bug and the result was a serious case of “we gotta get out of here” syndrome. Pressed for time to see the world – we want to live it, breathe it, feel it and give back! So… we’re on the move!
        Bill and Paige Post author

        Still home…

  2. kcgolfer

    First off…you are such the packer!!!! I remember our trips and how you helped me and I never thought that would work but it did. You have been sick??? I hope you are getting better and don’t go if you are still feeling bad….sending you and Bill lots of love and healing thoughts…xoxo

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    1. Bill and Paige – One never knows.... – Years ago we were bitten by the Wanderlust bug and the result was a serious case of “we gotta get out of here” syndrome. Pressed for time to see the world – we want to live it, breathe it, feel it and give back! So… we’re on the move!
      Bill and Paige Post author

      You packed the best! I was all wrinkles and you looked like all your clothes had been ironed. I was telling someone that story the other day. 😃

      I turned the corner today. Hopefully I’ll be back to normal in a couple days. Miss you 😘

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  3. Joy uhart

    🏁👏🏼🙌🏼👍🏼! (loved your “packing” info! What an organized layout! Will be very helpful to me😉! Hopefully this year☝🏼😬!) God bless your 4 mos.🙏🏼Amen😘

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    1. Bill and Paige – One never knows.... – Years ago we were bitten by the Wanderlust bug and the result was a serious case of “we gotta get out of here” syndrome. Pressed for time to see the world – we want to live it, breathe it, feel it and give back! So… we’re on the move!
      Bill and Paige Post author

      Do you have a trip planned?? ✈️🌎

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    1. Bill and Paige – One never knows.... – Years ago we were bitten by the Wanderlust bug and the result was a serious case of “we gotta get out of here” syndrome. Pressed for time to see the world – we want to live it, breathe it, feel it and give back! So… we’re on the move!
      Bill and Paige Post author

      😃

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    1. Bill and Paige – One never knows.... – Years ago we were bitten by the Wanderlust bug and the result was a serious case of “we gotta get out of here” syndrome. Pressed for time to see the world – we want to live it, breathe it, feel it and give back! So… we’re on the move!
      Bill and Paige Post author

      HA! We’ve had lots of practice. Three weeks in Portugal sounds wonderful. Have fun.

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