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I saw this question asked on another travel blog, and thought I would answer (especially as I’m leaving on an unexpected long haul trip tomorrow — some side notes on how I travel over here). For starters, I’m a habitual early packer.\u00a0 When I was working full time, starting to pack meant that my trip was going to become a reality.\u00a0 I like to put together small amounts at a time, so I don’t forget anything.\u00a0 I am not a throw everything in at the last minute kind of gal. So, I will most likely be packed this evening and: Charging everything Downloading podcasts Downloading books Making sure all my projects are prepped and ready on my laptop (novel saved, trailer material ready, potentially a few other projects I have every intention of working on but will not open as well) Ordering takeaway (can’t have dirty dishes!) Trying to go…<\/p>\n
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