This vast cavern provides an unexpected rush of optimism.
Until today I was not an efficient packer. When it comes to air travel, I’ve always been a two bag, over the weight limit kind of gal. Blame it on the fact that since the birth of my first child – 17 years ago - I don’t get out enough. So when I do, I go a little nuts.
In honor of the fact that I am starting a travel website and I am going to the Blissdom conference tomorrow in Nashville, I’ve challenged myself to pack in one little bitty old suitcase. This piece of luggage, my more intrepid husband’s 22″ Travelpro, theoretically could even be carried on the plane. I tell you right now, that isn’t going to happen. (I thought it might for around 5 seconds, but when I mentioned it to Dave this morning he seriously spewed his coffee.)
All women know the TSA regulations for carry-on bags are meant for annoying people: females who are size quadruple zero and don’t wear make-up and men who don’t ever change their clothes. Since I plan to change my clothes like Oprah on crack, the idea of carrying on my one and only suitcase will just have to remain conceptual. I’m more than a little willing to pay up.
But beware: I plan on testing the Travelpro 5’s expansion technology to the point of near rupture. Is that the entire contents of my flying closet sprinkled on the tarmac? Not to worry – the xanax is in my purse.
As I begin, I can’t help but notice that this suitcase looks like it can really hold a lot. Then I remember these:
Premptive Strike: Yes, I've pulled the pair I'm wearing on the plane already. And yes, that's two pair of boots.
When packing, it is better use of space to roll, instead of fold clothes.
Rolled clothes for 4 days sans shoes and underpinnings
Underpinnings? I’m not even sure what that word means. It sounds so architectural. Well, if it doesn’t mean “everything that goes underneath” – it should, so I’m leaving it.
There are several zippered sections for things that go underneath and things that don’t leave the room (like pajamas, work-out clothes – yeah, right - and toiletries)
Ready to follow my bliss
I am going to wear the black boots to fly, but other than that, it all fits nicely with a little room to spare. Any ideas on what I might be forgetting?
My friend, Mayor of Sass from Sasstown is going to be at Blissdom. I can’t way to meet her! Anyone else going? I’m looking forward to meeting you!
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so you aren’t including any “just in case” outfits? you sound very committed to your outfit selection… i think i am too wishy-washy for this approach.
oh and i meant to compliment you on your very stylish shoes.
I wish I was going, I’d love to meet you. Have a wonderful time.
Ann
Hey, have fun! But don’t go shopping while you are there.
We have a travelpro suitcase too! It really is great. Nice to read a post from you – and have fun!
PS I usually travel with only two pairs of shoes, so to me it looks like you are ready for anything – or overpacking. ;-0
If you’re checking your bag how about you throw a corkscrew in there. We’ll find some wine and some vodka on our way to opryland.
I have the same suitcase, trying to decide if i’m checking it in. BTW, my last 2 posts have been travel related. I’ll bring a lemon and lime. But I am not packed yet. Do we need winter coats?
Cheers, here’s to tomorrow Margo-rita. Anybody ever call you that? sorry, it the ambien talking.
Have a fantastic time!
I think you did a great job packing. I have issues with this as well.
“Oprah on crack?” where do you come up with this stuff??
Have a great time!!!
You fit everything in there so nicely!!! Have a great time!!!
Have a wonderful time and we’ll be waiting for a BIG report!
(The TSA always opens my bag to mess around with my packing. Good luck.)
If we get those full-body scans, guess we’ll all have to worry more about our underpinnings.
Wow. I really love your shoes. There’s no way you could leave any of those behind.
Of course, this comes from a person who takes more shoes than actual outfits when she goes anywhere.
Have fun!
After I finally figured out how to get in and read your blog, I was duly impressed! You come across as a really fun person to be around. I hope you have a great trip.
hope you had fun! and have pictures!
Girl, you are the packing fiend! And I thought I had the corner on rolling. Congrats!
So fill us in on Blissdom. Was it blissful?
XXOXOXO to you and your precious rommie.
LM
Err, ROOMIE.
Dear God I hate typos.
Margo – nice to kinda meet you at Blissdom!
Love your blog – especially this fun look at Blissdom packing. I could have used this awesome cavernous bag! (And those are dang nice shoes!)
Oh my gosh, that rolling thing is pure genius! Looks great!
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