I’m probably the world’s most terrible packer. I always throw in things that I’ll never need and leave some essentials at home. That’s just the way I’ve always been — absentminded is to say it lightly. So, in packing for college, I’ve decided to start early. As in… Now. I don’t even know where to start other than underwear bedding and my computer.

I should probably make a list. I usually make lists… But then I lose them and it defeats the whole purpose. Lists are fun to make, though. They’re a wonderful waste of time if you’re into those kinds of things. Time-wasting things that is.

That’s probably why I own a planner. Some weeks I don’t even look into my planner. But it’s there. It’s my diversion when things become boring and dull. It’s a good way to pass the time away. And a good way to make myself feel busy and productive — when in truth, I’m bored and doing nothing.

Back to packing, though. I’ve never been away from home this long before… So I don’t even know how many clothes to bring. Should I bring two suitcases or three? How many pairs of shoes? Should I bring winterwear? Will I be overpacking if I fill my car? Will I be underpacking?

What KINDS of clothes should I bring… Should I bring any formalwear? Na… I’m not planning on going ot anything fancy.. But it might come in handy, right? Maybe not.

Ahh me. I feel like such a novice.