I take my “if’s” on vacation with me as well. I call them credit cards. “If” I really need it there, I will buy it. If I have to spend money I usually decide I don’t need it all that much after all.
I usually take the minimum, assume I’ll gain a few pounds, and figure I can buy anything else I need. For me, it’s difficult to buy pants or shoes, so I make sure I have enough of those. Honestly, unless you’re going to visit royalty or your itinerary requires wardrobe changes regularly or to look good at all times, most vacation packing doesn’t need to be this complicated. Good ol’ Complex Cathy…
Hello Cathy friends! Happy Wednesday! Have a great day, all!
My wife was given a trip to Paris with her son for her 70th birthday. They spent a week in a cheap hotel, saw all the sites and she only bought one dress while she was there. Most places have clothing stores where you can buy the one item you actually do need rather than “stocking up” for every possible contingency.
The funniest thing that happened was a sore knee. There was no ice available so she put a pound of cold butter on her knee … and woke up in a pool of melted butter!
I take “ifs” with me on vacation, too. If it will rain. If it will be hot or cold. If there are mosquitoes. If someone’s knee/ankle/elbow/wrist/back goes out. If someone is sick to their stomach or has a headache. If I run out of things to do and want to color. I took all my ifs on an extended family trip to Costa Rica, and I think every one of them was used. It made for a heavy suitcase, though.
On our last cruse – pre 2020 of course – my husband took 23 separate pieces of luggage on the ship. For a 7 night cruise. I was mortified to say the least.
A former co-worker, may he rest in peace, took a 3 month vacation every year to explore the world. While I knew him he explored Central America, Mexico (especially ancient ruins), and Turkey. All he took with him when he left home was a paper bag with a change of socks and underwear and a few packages of balloons. He was always able to purchase clothing as needed during his explorations – and far cheaper than buying it here. Oh, the balloons were for children he met while hiking or hitchhiking around the countries. That simple gesture made him a lot of friends.
Another summer midweek day gone by. I hope everyone enjoyed it.
I confess, I take the “what ifs” and they do add up…but every time I don’t, I end up in a hassle. I had to find a place to buy a lymphedema sleeve without a prescription when we took a train out to Seattle and my husband insisted on flying home. Now I always take the sleeve.
Asharah over 2 years ago
I confess Hannibal crossing the Alps with a herd of elephants had less luggage than I take on vacation.
O-Kay over 2 years ago
Cathy actually thinks she might lose weight on vacation…ha!
vaughnrl2003 Premium Member over 2 years ago
I take my “if’s” on vacation with me as well. I call them credit cards. “If” I really need it there, I will buy it. If I have to spend money I usually decide I don’t need it all that much after all.
lightenup Premium Member over 2 years ago
I usually take the minimum, assume I’ll gain a few pounds, and figure I can buy anything else I need. For me, it’s difficult to buy pants or shoes, so I make sure I have enough of those. Honestly, unless you’re going to visit royalty or your itinerary requires wardrobe changes regularly or to look good at all times, most vacation packing doesn’t need to be this complicated. Good ol’ Complex Cathy…
Hello Cathy friends! Happy Wednesday! Have a great day, all!
mistercatworks over 2 years ago
My wife was given a trip to Paris with her son for her 70th birthday. They spent a week in a cheap hotel, saw all the sites and she only bought one dress while she was there. Most places have clothing stores where you can buy the one item you actually do need rather than “stocking up” for every possible contingency.
The funniest thing that happened was a sore knee. There was no ice available so she put a pound of cold butter on her knee … and woke up in a pool of melted butter!
jbarnes over 2 years ago
I take “ifs” with me on vacation, too. If it will rain. If it will be hot or cold. If there are mosquitoes. If someone’s knee/ankle/elbow/wrist/back goes out. If someone is sick to their stomach or has a headache. If I run out of things to do and want to color. I took all my ifs on an extended family trip to Costa Rica, and I think every one of them was used. It made for a heavy suitcase, though.
ChrisTrey over 2 years ago
On our last cruse – pre 2020 of course – my husband took 23 separate pieces of luggage on the ship. For a 7 night cruise. I was mortified to say the least.
hendelca Premium Member over 2 years ago
A former co-worker, may he rest in peace, took a 3 month vacation every year to explore the world. While I knew him he explored Central America, Mexico (especially ancient ruins), and Turkey. All he took with him when he left home was a paper bag with a change of socks and underwear and a few packages of balloons. He was always able to purchase clothing as needed during his explorations – and far cheaper than buying it here. Oh, the balloons were for children he met while hiking or hitchhiking around the countries. That simple gesture made him a lot of friends.
Another summer midweek day gone by. I hope everyone enjoyed it.
rgcviper over 2 years ago
Ow—I think my head just exploded. Ha.
HI, MOM. Hello, “Cathy” Clan.
lindz.coop Premium Member over 2 years ago
I confess, I take the “what ifs” and they do add up…but every time I don’t, I end up in a hassle. I had to find a place to buy a lymphedema sleeve without a prescription when we took a train out to Seattle and my husband insisted on flying home. Now I always take the sleeve.