Today I left Durham to stay in D.C. for a couple weeks with my sibs before I fly to Syracuse to start my orientation with FrancisCorps on the 21st. Long story short, everything had to be packed. Esta es la lista:
Big Luggage 1 –Clothing
-11 short-sleeved collar shirts
(I’m going to be working in a school every day and that with slacks is my dress code. Somehow throughout the years I acquired thee many shirts. I figured 10 for a two-week rotation with an extra ready for the weekends/Church)
-10 pairs of boxers
-10 pairs of dress socks
-8 t-shirts
(I have so many, but I decided to go with my most comfortable. Coincidently, they’re all shirts that represent different countries: Italy, Philippines, Russia, …Durham. I had to throw in my most comfortable CUA shirts which include the Student Minister shirt and my Senior Retreat t-shirt.
-6 pairs of athletic shorts
-5 pairs of foot-wear
(One pair for every day at school, one pair of sneaks, one pair of Rainbows, one formal pair, and my newest acquirement, my Croc Trailbreaks for hiking/walking.)
-5 pairs of white socks
-4 pairs of dress pants
-3 pairs of jeans
(One for the everyday, one messy one for field work, one dark pair for going out)
-3 white undershirts
-3 belts
(This sounds like a lot, and it is, but there’s a method to my madness.)
-2 pairs of cargo shorts
(Again, my most comfortable, and the only ones with zipper pockets. Extremely handy.)
-2 button-down long sleeve shirts
(For formal occasions and possible going out)
-2 ties
-2 athletic pennies
(These are my lacrosse practice “jerseys”. I’ve worn them a lot this summer. They’re perfect for hot weather.)
-1 long-sleeve shirt
-1 CUA hoodie
(I had a lot to choose from between another CUA, Esto Vir, Falcon’s Cry, Jordan Falcons. I went with the warmest and most comfortable.)
-1 pair of sweatpants
(Anyone who has heard me sing about these know how important this was to pack.)
-1 pair of swim trunks
-1 pair of goggles
(Because I have them. Might as well use it.)
Smaller luggage 2-Everything else
-1 rain coat
-2 just-in-case ponchos
(They were like a $1 together at the dollar store)
-2 umbrellas
(One big, one smaller just-in-case one)
-4 caps
(2 Duke ones, 1 Carolina Panthers, 1 CUA)
-1 hamper bag
-1 bottle of shampoo
-1 bar of soap
-1 bottle of eye solution
-1 box of contacts
-1 box of Q-tips
-1 electric razor
-1 toothbrush
-1 tube of toothpaste
-1 thing of deodorant
-1 bottle of sunscreen
(I learned my lesson this summer)
-2 Shorter Christian Prayer books
(My personal and one to share)
-2 Liturgy of the Hours prayer books
(I think I janked these from CUA freshman year. These are also to share.)
-1 CUA Student Prayer book
-1 “The Way” by St. Josemaria Escriva
-1 “Prayers for Catholic Men” prayer book by Mike Pacer
-1 Bible
-1 journal
-2 rosaries
-1 St. Francis “Bless This House” wall hang
(Found this in the garage, thought it’d be appropriate to bring.)
-1 crucifix
-1 To-Do-List notebook
-1 “Wild at Heart” by John Eldredge
-1 “Be a Man!” by Fr. Larry Richards
-1 “Stuff Christians Like” by Jonathan Acuff
(This is my go-to book when I need to cheer up. I always end up laughing out loud with Acuff. The guy’s hilarious.)
-1 “CultureShock: Costa Rica” by Claire Wallerstein
-1 “The Shack” by Wm. Paul Young
(An eventual read, gift from Katie.)
-6 flags
(Philippines [2], Belize, The Vatican, Italy, U.S. I’ve been to several countries, and I guess I acquire the flags of the countries that have meant the most to me. I suspect to get a Costa Rican one.)
-1 set of 3M tape and hooks
-3 maps to hang
(U.S., World, Philippines)
-1 bag of photos, including a framed one of my family
In book bag:
-1 camera with carrying case, connection chord, and charger
-1 CD player
-1 set of Spanish CDs
-1 Nano iPod
-1 set of headphones
-1 Netbook and power chord
-2 USB thumb drives
-2 pocket knives
(Each has different utilities. Note to self: Put these in my check-in luggage, not carry-on)
-1 deck of cards
In guitar case:
-1 guitar
-1 binder with songs
-1 tuner
-3 capos
(One that actually works well)
-1 pouch of picks
-1 set of spare guitar strings
-1 pickup
-1 fingernail clipper
On my person:
-1 Tau cross around my neck
-1 solidarity ring from Belize on right-hand middle finger
-1 wallet with money, debit, and IDs
-1 passport
-1 scared and anxious mind
-1 hopeful heart
-1 prayer for the road
Amen.
Matt you and I are both starting great adventures together !!! What a blessing let's stay close to each other in prayer.
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Wow, you are all set to go!
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