Packing

VJaging, Chronic Illnes, Health, ME/CFS, Thoughts, travelage, Health, plans21 Comments

We’ve decided, after five years of being homebodies, to try travelling again. He’s making reservations, while I make to-do lists and try to decide what to pack.

Excited by the possibility, he draws up ambitious itineraries, and I’m feeling reality close in. What won’t fit into any suitcase, I gently remind him, is the promise of good health.

He revises his expectations and I feel more hopeful.

21 thoughts on “Packing”

Susi Bocks says:

August 30, 2024 at 7:05 pm

I hope it does you a world of good, VJ! You deserve it!

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1. VJ says:
  
  August 31, 2024 at 9:22 am
  
  Thanks Susi. I hope so too.
  
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  1. Susi Bocks says:
    
    August 31, 2024 at 1:55 pm
    
    ❤ You're welcome!
    
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Eugi says:

August 22, 2024 at 7:40 am

A change of scenery and getting out and around might be just what you need, VJ. Happy travels.

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1. VJ says:
  
  August 22, 2024 at 8:03 am
  
  Thanks Eugi. I’m hoping the magic of the ocean will revive me.
  
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  1. Eugi says:
    
    August 22, 2024 at 10:35 am
    
    You’re welcome, VJ. Let yourself relax and enjoy every moment.
    
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Wynne Leon says:

August 21, 2024 at 10:45 pm

Love this description of hope, communication and revision. Wishing you the best travels!

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1. VJ says:
  
  August 22, 2024 at 8:01 am
  
  Thanks Wynne. Few weeks away yet, and I’m trying to be optimistic
  
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memadtwo says:

August 21, 2024 at 9:22 pm

Worth a try, for sure. Here’s hoping for the best! (K)

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1. VJ says:
  
  August 22, 2024 at 8:01 am
  
  Thanks K
  
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Eilene Lyon says:

August 21, 2024 at 3:17 pm

Wishing you an outstanding vacation!

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1. VJ says:
  
  August 22, 2024 at 8:00 am
  
  Thanks Eilene.
  
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Sadje says:

August 21, 2024 at 11:25 am

I hope that you have a wonderful vacation

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1. VJ says:
  
  August 22, 2024 at 7:59 am
  
  Thanks Sadje.
  
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  1. Sadje says:
    
    August 22, 2024 at 8:08 am
    
    Most welcome 🙏🏼
    
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Sarah Fine says:

August 21, 2024 at 8:00 am

Traveling in spite of… May your adventure be fun!!

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1. VJ says:
  
  August 21, 2024 at 9:16 am
  
  Well, we are giving it a try…Thanks.
  
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Victoria says:

August 21, 2024 at 7:41 am

I like your approach to “packing”, VJ. 🥰

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1. VJ says:
  
  August 21, 2024 at 9:15 am
  
  Thanks Victoria
  
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Teresa says:

August 21, 2024 at 7:05 am

That seems like a plan VJ. Good luck.

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1. VJ says:
  
  August 21, 2024 at 9:15 am
  
  Thanks. I’m getting excited.
  
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