My most recent discovery is that I am quite the efficient packer. After discovering that my family's largest suitcase got destroyed in my last flight (interior plastic liner was crushed into a million pieces), I embarked upon a journey to purchase a new one. Sadly, there are no nice, large suitcases available for individual puchase for under $60.00. Determined to save my money for spending at Harrod's and a host of English pubs, I returned home with a simple mission: cram a week's worth of clothing and necessities into the medium-sized suitcase.
The packing job I have done is nothing short of epic. I used the rolling method, but I also packed clothes inside of clothes - I downsized as much as possible, opting for trial size in all of my beauty products and using all available compartments. It helps that I have somewhat of a container fetish; I had several cosmetic bags that I used for various items like batteries, jewelry, and medicines.
A lesson I learned from my very first flight experience was that 99% of everyone who travels has a black rolling suitcase. A companion on my last trip to Boston decorated her suitcase with garbage bag strips and another tied blue ribbons on her zippers. I have puchased bright pink luggage tags and I have also tied neon green and electric blue ribbons on not one, but all of my visible zippers. My bag looks a little like it is sprouting blooms, but I am sure that I will find it more quickly. Last time at the baggage claim, I got dizzy watching the rotating conveyor belt in search for my bag.
I am also pleased to report that I have managed to pack some fun things, as well. I have magazines, a journal, my PSP, my mp3 player, and my mala beads. I'm ready to rock and roll. I will probably end up taking a novel with me as well, and I still feel like a travel pillow couldn't be a bad purchase.
Regardless, I am one step closer to London than I was yesterday....and one day nearer to my life-changing adventure!
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