quirky!

one of my [many] quirks is the fact that i have to have my room clean before i leave on vacation. it is probably because my mom was this way, but it drives me absolutely bonkers to come back to a dirty place.

so, this morning before i left, i made sure my desk and closet were clean and organized. i spent a few minutes wiping the dust off my desk. i was thorough, very thorough. i went over my packing list time and time again. i had everything. i was confident.

i got on the road a little earlier than expected, due to the fact that i had originally factored in going to class (oops!). i woke up too late to make it there and instead prepared for the long trek home. i mentioned that i reviewed my packing list 10386 times, right?

about an hour out, as i was merging onto the major highway -- it struck me. i forgot my textbook. i need my textbook. i have an exam the day after i get back. awesome. did i turn around? no. but i have to go back a day early to make sure i get enough studying in.

all that trouble cleaning and packing and checking and rechecking and i STILL forgot something. it never fails. ughhh.