Our bags were packed but they were the least of it. There were groceries to get us started, such as the first evening meal and breakfast and lunch the next day. Milk for the kids, coffee and tea for the adults added their own bags. A cooler took up a lot of room.
The paraphernalia for our senior selves was daunting. We had a bag filled with our prescription meds and over-the-counter meds for various ailments that may develop when we aren’t near a pharmacy. Experience has taught us to include as much as we can. ASA 81 is always easily accessible.
The games we always play when the kids are at our house were a priority as well as books, kites, floats, bubble mix. Who knows what the weather will be?
We had a bag of wood for the requisite evening fires where S’mores will be happily roasted and consumed. Splits for the fire required an axe.
Then the electronic gear, cameras, Ipads, laptop, phones and the chargers are another issue. We had it all, from a needle to an anchor.
The golden grand-dog was visiting our house when we left so Georgie, her food and accoutrements were in our car as well.
The beach house we’d rented was in a rural area in eastern Prince Edward Island, a mere two hour drive. Because we were traveling with our daughter and three young children, we decided to make a day of it. We took a picnic, of course, to have at Bonshaw Hills Park along the way, where the kids could play for a time.
My husband was concerned the front tires of the car were barely touching the road but we made it safely. However, what goes in the car must come out and as quickly as possible since our daughter’s van was full too. The heat and humidity were oppressive but hastened the work.
The sunset was lovely as I walked along the beach with Georgie that first night. Oh, we forgot...
41 comments:
Incredible, the baggage! No matter how we're travelling, no matter how streamlined we've made it, it's still a chore.
Oh wow! That was quite an endeavour Marie but sounds like so much fun, I got a clear image of the excitement of the family adventure. Can't wait to read what it was that you forgot ☺
Oh the add-ons that come with being older and/or traveling with kids, the good time and the memories make it all worth it.
What a view!
A stunning view you have captured.
we need a lot of "stuff", because you never know what "stuff" you will need. it is a lot of work, but you need to do it, it makes the trip more comfortable.
that's a beautiful image!!!
Ah! The stuff we need to live the simple life!
Beautiful photo. I have a permanent list for when we are going away!!! Enjoy Diane
Oh how wonderful.
glorious photo!
DJan said:
How wonderful! It sounds like it will be an adventure I'll get to hear about right here in the near future. Love that picture! :-)
Debra She Who Seeks said:
ALWAYS so much stuff to haul!
Elephant’s Child said:
What a sublime and peaceful image. I do hope the forgotten item didn't require a return trip.
For some unknown reason, three comments didn’t publish. I copied and published them. Thanks Djan, Debra and Elephant’s Child.
Anvilcloud said:
You’ve left us dangling. 🤢
Danielle L. Zecher said:
That looks like a beautiful beach. I hope you're having a wonderful trip. I think you pack like we do for the beach. It's better to be prepared, though, and not spend your vacation tracking down things you could have easily packed.
Yep! Gone are the days of slinging a backpack over your shoulder and calling it good.
Looks like fun.
Now that you've made it there we will be expecting some wonderful photos. Have fun !
Like a boy scout, I pack to "always be prepared." Unlike a boy scout, I can't carry the result on my back :D Let's hear it for roomy car trunks and vans!
Beautiful! A lot to pack though! I just like to sit and stare at the ocean when we go to the beach. Andrea
It sure is a chore Joanne.
I’ll never tell what it was PDP.
That’s for sure Celia. I’d do it again in a heartbeat.
It was beautiful there William.
Thank you Bill!
I agree Debbie. Essential but there’s so much!
A first world problem for sure John.
A permanent list is a great idea, Diane.
It really was Mage.
Thank you SW.
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Thanks Jan. We had a wonderful week.
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Indeed Debra.
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No trip home required EC.
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Sorry AC!
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The idea was to get away so we didn’t want to spend our time driving for supplies we could have brought with us. It was so worth it too Danielle.
So true RK. I was never much for backpacking though.
Thanks Ginnie. It was wonderful!
The van was great for our excursions in the area as we could all travel together Jenny.
The ocean draws you in, doesn’t it Andrea?
A lovely photo!
No matter how many times I pack for a trip and think I have everything...I always forget something.
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