Packing 101: Personal Item!

Hey y'all! Studying abroad in Ghana is becoming more and more real everyday. I've almost finished packing, but it has not been easy.

I'm trying to only take what I need, but distinguishing between a want and a need has proven to be a challenge. I'm also not bringing stuff I know I will be able to buy once I get to Ghana (such as extra towels. Once I get there, I'll elaborate on that a little more. Bag wise, i'm only taking 2 suitcases (1 medium and 1 large), a small duffle as my carryon and my small Ameribag (pictured) as my personal item.

Ameribag, the maker of the "Healthy Back Bag" a bag made to free its owners of neck and back pains. I love this bag and I can't wait to carry it! It is so comfortable. They have many different colors and textures (microfiber, nylon and leather). My bag is distressed nylon in the color "Inca Gold".

Now, since I am taking an actual carry-on, that is where I will carry my small toiletry bag, extra outfits, medication and my electronics. In my personal bag, I'll keep the things I need immediate access to such as my passport, wallet and some other things. It's also where i'll keep my snacks (:

Seven days until take off! It's time to start wrapping up the packing process. I'm trying to make sure i'm making the most of my space, so I keep packing and repacking. ugh.