2:45
Bangor Airport, Maine
A journey of a thousand miles begins with packing.
I like to make packing lists so that I can check that I have all the things I think I am going to want on a trip. I didn't do that this time. Mistake.
But years ago when I was stressed about packing for a trip, an acquaintance observed.... "You're not going to a third world country." And I try to remember that now. There's very little I need that can't be replaced at a Walmart or a National Park gift shop.
Which is why I was so proud of myself when I double checked my bag at the airport and had all the important stuff.... Passport. Wallet. Laptop. Laptop charger. Phone. Phone charger.
And then I was early enough there was no line at security.
And as I was putting my shoes back on, I remembered my earbuds. I have sincerely sworn to be available for work calls throughout my trip. I must have my earbuds!!
My generous neighbor and housesitter agreed to find them and bring them to me. By the time I met her at the curb and headed back towards the gate, the line for security screening had begun to grow. And while I stood there in my socks waiting, I remembered my camera on the bed with the battery plugged in to charge.
Lists, Readers. Don't underestimate the power of lists!
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