Have you ever packed for a trip out of your country? With the thought, I am not sure if I am moving there or if I am just visiting? That is my dilemma at this moment.
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I started packing my suitcases last night for my move/trip to the Dominican Republic or Republica Dominicana. Whichever you prefer. I tried to pack all of my belongings into one carry-on and one checked bag. It is impossible! Not only did I try to pack every article of clothing. I also added my diplomas, bible, pillow, blanket, knick-knacks, and of course all of my make-up. Which led me to realize that this is impossible to move my entire life into just two bags of luggage.
I had to start pairing down. I first removed the pillow and a few knick-knacks. There was still not enough room! At this, point I was furious and on the verge of a mental breakdown. I have never flown or left the country much less from below the Mason-Dixon Line. All I know of are the basics. It is going to be a warm tropical climate year round, lots of walking, and adjusting to a new way of life. Other than that I am flying blind.
I eventually paired down so much that there was a large pile of clothes on my floor that I did not know what to do with. It was all winter clothing, formal dresses, cardigans, and some of my floor length skirts. I have become so addicted to floor length skirts in the past 2 years that I almost cried when I realized I could not take most of them. Next were my shoes. I love high heels. I had originally wanted to bring all of them but I settled for just 1 pair as I would not have anywhere to wear them. I figured since I am 6' tall and being in a population that is predominately shorter than me, I would not really need them.
Being a cosmetologist, I had to find room for my shears, clippers, hot tools, and makeup. I own so much makeup that I could not fit it all in the one suitcase so bout 25% of it has to stay behind. I am secretly hoping that my mom will take good care of it, as its total cost is worth more than her car.
I have 14 more days until we leave for our trip and I am so scared, excited, nervous, anxious. Every emotion possible to the human mind and body I have experienced in just a few short weeks. The most stressful part has to be saying goodbye to the people I love and hold near and dear to my heart. I will miss everyone but I am looking forward to the adventure that awaits me.
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