Necessities

I've been spending so much time getting ready for my move. It's interesting how many things you find aren't really necessary, things you thought you HAD to have. It's been a learning experience for me - knowing I am only taking with me what will fit into my SUV. Granted, SUVs have a lot of room in comparison to other vehicles. But still, think of putting your entire life into one SUV. It's been helpful that I've been living the life of a gypsy for the past year. It's helped me to realize that you really can survive with just a couple of bags of stuff!

The important things will be easy to fit into my load. Memories and friendships. No suitcase or box required! Sadly, the past year has also taught me that even these can be narrowed down to the ones that really matter. Or is "sadly" the wrong word here. Is it really sad that I have come to know which friends are true? No, not really! Disappointing, perhaps, but it's good to know the truth. Not that those other friendships were mere figments... I know that at some point they were important in my life, for one reason or another. But the true and lasting ones, those are the ones to pack and carry with me on my journey!