Pack Lightly Jim Brennan

My Grandfather often told me, "Jimmy Boy, when you travel ... pack lightly!"

Gramp passed away in 1984; his advice remains sage. I re-learn it every time I travel -- usually packing "too much."

Today I was thinking about Gramp. It occurred to me that I may have been too literal interpreting his advice. After all, I "travel" every day. Most of us do. And what do we "pack?" Do we drag a boxcar full of baggage from days gone by? Do we carry regret, sadness, anger, and other useless things on our daily travels? Maybe Gramp's real message was ... "lighten up!"

Just for today I’ll travel as Gramp advised and "pack lightly." I'll take along a ready smile and a will to enjoy the day my Creator provided. Life is so very short. In fact, it's time for ice cream -- right now! Why not treat yourself to something special today too?

And wherever you may go ... "pack lightly!"

Pack Lightly

(Lighten up)

Jim Brennan

Do we drag a boxcar full of baggage from days gone by? Do we carry regret, sadness, anger, and other useless things on our daily travels? Maybe Gramp's real message was ... "lighten up!"

Granpa Jim US Cavalry WWI Veteran

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