Backpacks

I have filed a vacation leave in my office in order to do some soul searching. I have recently gone through a mad breakup and would need to clear my head and think of nothing or no one else but myself. After being in a relationship for almost three years, I wanted to be alone for a while and be able to find myself in order to continue on with my life.

So I packed my luggage and duffel bags, and booked a flight for a vacation all by myself. I have never traveled alone, so I figured this would be something that is challenging for me. This though would teach me to again be independent and realize that I must prioritize myself over other people. Hopefully when I get back I would have become whole again, and I am ready to face the world with a renewed spirit.

My Dad has always shared his life stories with me. While I was growing up he told me about his experience serving in the Vietnam War. He also showed me an army-issue duffle bag he’s had since that time. When it came time for me to move away to attend college I needed some luggage.

I have never been the frou-frou type, and one of my girlfriends had hot-pink leather luggage that I hated. I wanted something simple, something classic and functional. I couldn’t have been happier when my Dad offered me his army duffle bag. It was perfect.