November 16th, 2011
I am at the same time a big picture person and a very, very teeny tiny picture person. When Chris and I decided Yes! Let’s walk across the country, let’s have a grand adventure! my next thought was practically, What should I put in our sewing repair kit? and Who will take care of my plants? Never mind that we would be uprooting our lives, our home, our jobs and taking care of all of the logistics that come along with those things to begin our journey.
As we sat down recently to write a packing list, I found myself thinking that we’d better remember to bring a few Q-Tips -- I can’t stand water sitting in my ears after I shower. Meanwhile, Chris ensured that we will bring a tent, a camp stove, a water filter. I swear I am so fortunate to have him. If it were up to me, I’d end up packing my sewing machine, a colander, a croquet set, and my Q-Tips.
This is all to say that we have concocted a packing list for our trip, which has made the whole thing seem more real. It is concise, but feels quite hefty as I imagine carrying it all on my back across the greater portion of the eastern US. This thought makes it easier to put my own version of our packing list into perspective, and realize that I need to leave packing list writing up to my more organized and bigger picture minded half.
But still, here I am a full two and a half months before our trip, packing my backpack as if I’m leaving tomorrow. I think that I need to know now where my headlamp will live, how accessible my raincoat will be, and whether or not I should pack my long underwear inside my sleeping bag or keep it with the rest of my clothing.
Gear lists and preparation photos are forthcoming…
- J
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