So I am not a world traveler, road jockey, road warrior....but when I have back to back trips I stress out. Nothing like coming home late Saturday night and sort of unpacking and then leaving Monday morning. I know it is too much for me when I am looking in the unpacked suitcase for what I may need for the next trip. This trip is quick and a drive trip! So #1 did not need the monolithic suitcase I took to Orlando where I had daytime outfits, nighttime outfits, coat for the sub 30 degree Florida weather etc. But I did bring a surprisingly large bag for one night. Well since I was driving I wanted to dress casual for the drive and then had to dress up last night and need a whole other ensemble for today. 24 hour trip and I have 4 pairs of shoes. Really....flip flops in the car, dress shoes last night, running shoes this AM and boots for the meeting. Maybe because I do not "dress" very often I try to to my best and have some variety. The mere fact I had to dust off my boots is a good indication they have not been worn for a long time.
Last night was another networking reception and I did well for an hour and then hit a wall. I simply cannot be nice to any other people, put on my sales hat and make conversation, learn about their hotel, job etc. I am fried! So I find myself in the corner, not alone and too noticeable but just taking a break and soon a few others join me, a few who were in Orlando and are tired as well of being "on." We hung for another hour and then had dinner in a restaurant, sitting down, where someone served us. I simply could not eat any more food off of a stick, on a tiny plate, balancing it while holding a beverage and making small talk.
One more meeting and lunch and then I can head home in my jeans and back to my what I call normal life!
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