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This is the reason I have not been able to see my poetry friends for a few days. I am so busy trying to get all ready for my short trip up to Idaho . I rarely get to see my sisters and their families, so it's always a big deal for me. Just trying to keep up with contests here and get everything in order before I leave tonight has consumed my time this week. Also I met the owner of ShadowPoetry last night - Marie Summers from Missouri.. I have known her since 2002 but never got to see her in person until last night when she was in my state!! Will try to see my friends' poems today sometime if I can! My sister is traveling to Idaho too and will be bringing me back home to spend Saturday night with me before returning to Iowa. We are both excited to see her son perform in CATS!

Me with Marie Summers who I finally got to meet last night!!

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Leaving at midnight on a Greyhound, I'm excited I'll be seeing my baby sister's family for two days and watch my nephew perform in CATS. In my small safari travel bag, these things I have packed: Deoderant and my toothbrush (will sponge off my nephew for the toothpaste) Two pairs of different colored contact lenses (gotta match my outfits) A bottle of contact lense solution Undies and sports bra A pretty blue and yellow floral summer blouse (for when I watch my nephew perform in CATS) Blue stretch denim jeans (and white ones as well, just in case) Fashionable blue sandals My supplements and sleeping pills in three tiny containers My ASEA and COSEVA (They are helping me at least a little) My cute new pink swimsuit (in case there is a pool somewhere) My grey short shorts for exercise (in case I find a gym) One of my favorite t-shirts which reads "I Need More Weekends" Flat black comfortable shoes A long t-shirt for my nightie My cosmetic bag with makeup, face cream, nail file and hairbrush A jewelry bag containing decorative combs and an extra ring A pack of gum and my mouth guard A small notebook and some pens for hopefully writing a few poems My latest copy of TV Guide (I don't expect I'll be able to sleep on a bus!) A borrowed book entitled "Uncensored Health You Can Have Today" Healthy Peatos and "I Eat Bugs" snacks (to surprise my sister) My purse with money, phone and charger inside (that completes things; the bag is less than 15 lbs. I always travel light because my trips are alway short!) Date Written: Aug. 1, 2019 Writing Challenge 3, July 2019 - List Sponsor: Dear Heart

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Constance La France

Date: 8/12/2019 6:57:00 PM

Andrea congratulations on your win in my writing challenge with this wonderful write

Kim Merryman

Date: 8/8/2019 9:14:00 PM

You sound very organized, Andrea! I hope you enjoyed your trip. Congrats on your win! Blessings, Kim

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 8/8/2019 4:22:00 AM

- An interesting list, Andrea ... I hope you remembered everything ... - Congratulations on your win :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

CayCay Jennings

Date: 8/6/2019 9:30:00 PM

That's a great picture. I truly enjoyed reading your list - I learned a little more about you. What 2 colors of lenses do you have and what is your natural eye color? I thought people dressed up for plays??? Really cute list by my friend, a cutie pie! Love ... CayCay

Andrea Dietrich
Date: 8/8/2019 7:54:00 PM

I actually used to have three colors: aqua, violet, and blue. I am running low on them but I have a secret way to make them last. Will have to tell you sometime. My natural color is nondescript: kind of a cross between green/blue/gray, so any color looks vibrant on me. Many folks did not dress up for the play . It was a matinee, and CATS sucks!!

Panagiota Romios

Date: 8/4/2019 9:28:00 PM

Great list and most loving photo Panagiota XoXo

Robert Johnson

Date: 8/3/2019 5:56:00 PM

I'm sitting here trying to think of something that you could have possibly forgotten. But, :) I think you got it girl. :)

James Horn

Date: 8/3/2019 10:29:00 AM

Also, glad to see that Poetry Soup has brought back the icons for other poets poetry especially yours with a great picture.

James Horn

Date: 8/3/2019 10:27:00 AM

While have to check and see where Nampa is. Be sure to send us some pictures. Write some poems about what you see outside the window of the bus. Send us a picture of the Nampa Train station and Welcome To Nampa sign.

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 8/3/2019 9:36:00 AM

This is fun, it should rank high on Constance’s list.

Rhona Mcferran

Date: 8/1/2019 11:13:00 PM

Great way to pack light! I only learned the hard way- after hauling half of my belongings around for 6 weeks when I was around 20 years old... ;) Love the part about you taking "I Eat Bugs" snacks to surprise your sister! hahahaaaa!! Have a great trip, my friend! (Beautiful pic, BTW!)

Abdullah Alhemaidy

Date: 8/1/2019 11:06:00 PM

Have a nice time dear poetess.

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 8/1/2019 6:54:00 PM

I was looking for the notebook, and relieved when I finally found it, almost at the bottom of the list! What? I thought it might have rated more toward the top! Have a safe trip.

Andrea Dietrich
Date: 8/1/2019 7:36:00 PM

I forgot to buy a notebook on my way home today but I found a tiny memo pad one!!

Jan Allison

Date: 8/1/2019 4:42:00 PM

what a fun poem... but you forgot the kitchen sink Andrea lol - have a fun trip my friend:-) hugs jan xx

Andrea Dietrich
Date: 8/1/2019 7:37:00 PM

haha, It actually is not so much when you see how other women pack!!

Suzanne Delaney

Date: 8/1/2019 3:17:00 PM

I think you forgot a phone charger. Lol So many little details to think of. Great list poem....be safe and have fun. SuZ

Suzanne Delaney
Date: 8/3/2019 6:19:00 AM

Cool

Andrea Dietrich
Date: 8/1/2019 3:30:00 PM

it's in there, second line from the bottom!

James Horn

Date: 8/1/2019 2:50:00 PM

Am excited about seeing the poems you will write on a Greyhound bus. Sure some will be about the countryside. How long will it take to go to Idaho. We used to live in Redmond, Washington near Seattle.

James Horn

Date: 8/1/2019 2:35:00 PM

What I will want to receive is award, Which I am sure I can always afford; Do desire, And inspire; On Birthday much love from my Lord. Jim Horn We have a friend who lives in Hayden, Idaho, Chris Conrad. They also have a house in Moyie, Canada.

Jeanne Mcgee

Date: 8/1/2019 9:47:00 AM

Have a wonderful time and may your travel be safe and full of interesting people.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 8/1/2019 9:05:00 AM

I think you've listed about everything Andrea. Have a safe trip. Bon voyage. Tom

Andrea Dietrich
Date: 8/1/2019 2:36:00 PM

It IS everything!! Thanks, Tom

Sandra Adams

Date: 8/1/2019 8:58:00 AM

Safe travels my friend...Savor every minute of your time with family....see you when you return! hugs :)