You never realize just how much stuff you have until you try to cram 100 pounds of it into two suitcases!
I spent yesterday and today doing my packing for Korea. I've been accumulating things I thought I'd want to bring, but have put off the actual shoving into suitcases. Dad decided to help inspire me to complete my packing by threatening to throw everything into the snow if I didn't finish the job. So, I rolled up my sleeves and got it done.
Having to limit myself to 100 pounds really made me stop and assess every item in a new way. It's amazing how many "essentials" suddenly seemed frivolous and found themselves in the "staying in Michigan" pile. I found myself musing on how beneficial it would be if emotional baggage, worries, and even memories could be sorted through and discarded in the same manner. If only my mind had a weight limit for how much it could carry each day. I think I'd waste a lot less time and energy on the foolish concerns that often preoccupy me.
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