I’ve been thinking for the last two weeks how it is women are pretty much socialized to be the ones who carry the possible supplies a family member may need on an outing. Because of back pain I’ve been noticing my large tote bag is getting pretty heavy.

Anyone remember growing up with a grandma who had a pocketbook? Mine was a dear woman who carried magical rewards for her grandkids. Oh the joy when she pulled out that red packet of Dentyne gum and we each got a piece! I remember her pocketbook must have weighed 20 pounds and was built like a doctor’s bag.

In my tote I also have a smaller tote. Full gear now weighs about 6 pounds. I’m the one who carries tissues, bandage, tiny scissors, file, nail clipper, lip salve, masks, wipes, etc. I’ve got the full women’s wallet there filled with business cards and tiny documents or cards that may be needed. Also my slim wallet with the essential health/credit/ID cards I may need. And in goes my cellphone if it’s not on my back pocket.

When we go in a store together I usually have the full tote on my shoulder. If just I run in to pick up a few groceries, I pull the small tote out to take. If I have a short stop and only need a credit card I will take the slim wallet out and put it in my back pocket of my jeans. What a complex mode of operations I’ve gotten used to! Whenever we are out my son will ask me for something he suddenly needs. And looks puzzled or shocked I don’t have it with me! Ha-ha!
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