after much trial and error
and lacking strong spatial skills
i shifted to a 3-d jigasw puzzle approach
and was finally able
to fit everything
for my two-week trip
to a country
with twelve micro-climates
into a carry-on bag
that met the weight and size limits
however
i was not able to fit one more thing
as this sad q-tip having to be left behind would illustrate.
—
“on a long journey even a straw weighs heavy. “
– spanish proverb
Costa Rica’s 12 micro climates vary from the exotic volcanoes to the cool cloud forests, from the dense jungle to the tropical dry forests and golden beaches to the secluded waterfalls and rivers.
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Aww, poor cotton bud. 😂
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Alas…
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Well done with that, Beth! Two weeks with one carry-on case is an achievement!
Have a wonderful time, I’m sure you can buy Q-tips there. :)
Best wishes, Pet.
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I was proud to have achieved it, we’ll discover what’s not here over time )
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Very varied climate there !
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Yes!
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Enjoy the trip. Don’t worry about the q-tip. It will be okay on its own.
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I think so, too)
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I love your sense of humor, Beth. Quips? Don’t you need one ponytail band?
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Qtips.
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Thanks!
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Pretty sure you can find a swap in Costa Rica.
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❤️
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I do hope you had one pocket in your pants to snuggle in that q-tip, Beth! Great packing job, my friend.
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Two weeks’ worth in a carry-on? I’m in awe!
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Recycling and reusing)
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Funny! Poor q-tip. :) But great skills, Beth!
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Thanks!
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Oh that is funny! I am so excited for you to be visiting the country of my dreams..please do send us pics. I would love to see bunches of them so if you have time..ha ha.. could you send a few to my e-mail? Have the time of your life and I hope you see lots of beautiful creatures.
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Thank you!
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As long as you are packing your sense of humour you will be fine!
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It’s with me!
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Poor thing, I’m wiping away my tears.
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‘Tis a sad thing
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Have a wonderful time and I can’t wait to hear all about it and see the pictures.
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You know you will )
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Looking forward to it. You find the fun things, so it won’t be like anyone else’s trip, I’m sure about that. LOL
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already some stuff….)
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Hahaha Oh boy, will they be ready for you. 😂 I love this. I really do.
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Just use the screwdriver you packed as a q-tip.
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Brilliant
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Ha ha! A big trip with one carry on. I would not even try that.
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Just arrived in the country and so far, so good )
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My hat off to you. It isn’t easy what you are doing.
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It will be all okay –
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a portable clothesline will do the trick as always. Never leave home without it.
https://store.ricksteves.com/shop/p/travel-clothesline
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excellent idea
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The month I spent in Verona was with a similar piece of luggage, though I checked it. Two pair of pants, two shirts, underwear. The way I see it, most places have stores.
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yes, and Costa Rica is so causal, not much needed that I can’t recycle
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Better not buy anything to add to your carry-on. Better yet, leave something behind, because you’ll have to have something to show the kinders in the fall. Think how exciting a unit in Costa Rica will be! I’m so excited for you!!! 😀
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I brought some Spanish and English children’s books to leave when we visit the school here
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You’re visiting schools?!?! Wonderful!
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Yes.
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there is always a tipping point
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That shows some great packing skills!! Enjoy every single moment of your trip!
Blessings!
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or, we shall see…)
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You did well! Don’t forget the bird photo! :-)
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I’ll do my best!
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Enjoy your trip! Those are amazing packing skills. I take half my wardrobe for a week because I like having options. LOL! I don’t think I could ever achieve your mastery of packing skills!
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It should be okay, it’s pretty casual here
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Enjoy yourself!
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have a great time, Beth; love that Spanish proverb —
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<3
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I hope you are not planning on bringing back souvenirs…..
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Well done, Beth! Who needs q-tips anyway?
I can do 2 weeks with only carry on. Then again I look the same every day.
Take pics!
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Right!
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