I am extremely happy to report that I have finished the rough draft of my very first novel! For the past three months I have been working feverishly, yet happily. Now that I am faced with the rewrite, however, I feel that the real work is about to begin! *sigh*
But before I jump in, I am celebrating this minor accomplishment by going on a three week vacation to Portugal and England. I have never been to Portugal and am very much looking forward to a holiday by the sea...
This upcoming vacation is yet another opportunity for me to try and pack stylishly and efficiently... With my England trip last October I was highly dismayed to have packed way too much- I must have used only 50% of what I brought- which has made me a firm believer that lugging around excess baggage is never a good look.
So this time around I am going to try an experiment. For the entire three weeks I plan on only bringing minimal clothing- 2 cashmere sweaters, 2 pairs of jeans, 4 tops, 4 dresses, 1 bathing suit, 2 pairs of ballet flats, one pair of flip flops (for the beach), and a pair of heels.
I will either feel incredibly liberated with the lack of excess baggage, or I will curse the heavens that I didn't pack enough! Only time will tell...
I would love to know, how do you pack for a trip?
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Congratulations! This is so fantastic. Put me on the list for a signed first edition!
ReplyDeleteAs for packing, I can't bear leaving anything behind so I inevitably over-pack. I fantasize about getting so organized that I can even fit everything into a carry-on, but honestly, that's never gonna happen...
Cashmere- I am so guilty of over packing too! I will let you know how this experiment goes...
ReplyDeleteAnd thanks so much for your support with my book :)
It is so liberating traveling light- I don't know why I don't do it more often!! xv
ReplyDeleteHi Vicki- It should be liberating and I intend to find out... Ah to travel light!
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful trip and I cant wait to hear about the new book. But the real question what scent are you packing for the trip?
ReplyDeleteThanks Jena! I'll be bringing my standbys: Stella and Narciso and my new favorite Unconditional Love... and I, of course, plan on purchasing new delights at duty free. I know I said I was packing light with clothes but that clearly does not apply to fragrance lol!
ReplyDeleteOh well done! It is a great achievement to have completed a first draft! So many people say they are going to do it and then give up. I think you were most wise to take a break before you start the editing and polishing process. I am very excited for you! I hope you had a wonderful holiday and came back refreshed to the MS. I will look forward to catching up with all your adventures through your Blog.
ReplyDeleteThank you Primrose- It's lovely to hear from you... the book is coming along swimmingly :)
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