The Difference Between Men and Women

We just got back from a little four-day vacation (more about that to come) and in the process of getting ready to go, I discovered the quintessential difference between men and women: how we pack to go on a vacation. Really, it's as simple as that. Here's the way it is.


Men

Grab a suitcase of some sort, could be a duffel bag, a backpack or a shopping bag. Throw in a couple of changes of clean underwear and socks. Add a shirt, maybe two, depending on how long you're going to be gone. Toss in a toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant (if you're lucky), maybe a razor and shaving cream. Zip up the bag, and you're ready to go. Now, if you happen to be going to a wedding (like we were), there might also be a suit and a change of shoes, but they'll just get tossed in the trunk on top of everything else. No big deal.

Women

Find the largest suitcase you can that will fit in the trunk of the car along with any other non-essential items like your spouse's suitcase and the spare tire. Now, figure out the actual number of days that you will be gone. Multiply that number by, three or four, depending on just how big that suitcase was. This will determine how many actual COMPLETE outfits you will be able to pack per day.

For instance, a pair of jeans, a cute top, and comfortable shoes are a good start if there might be some shopping involved. Don't forget a jacket of some sort or a little sweater in case it is chilly.

Now, later in the day, you might want to take a jog or go for a walk. This, of course, requires something a bit more casual and sporty, like shorts and a tank top and running shoes.

When you get back from that little excursion, you'll probably want to dress up a bit in case you go out for a nice dinner....nothing too fancy, just a nice pair of slacks or a skirt, a dressy sweater, cute shoes and some bling.

Then, it will be time to hunker down for the evening. You'll want to be comfortable which will no doubt mean a pair of sweats and a sweat shirt. Oh, and don't forget your slippers...cold feet are the worst! Finally, it's time for bed, so don't forget your PJs!

Remember, you can't count on the weather,(at least not in my part of the country), so you'll need to pack for varying temperatures. Tank tops and shorts for one extreme. Fleece and windbreakers for the other extreme. And then there are all of the weather possibilities in between.

And don't forget the whole shoe issue. I mean, one pair certainly isn't going to do it! You're probably looking at a three pair minimum and quite possibly more. Finally, you'll need all of the toiletries and appliances that help us women look so beautiful. Really, I don't know how anyone can expect to get by with less than two suitcases minimum and we're talking substantial suitcases, here.

Keep in mind, this is a VERY simplified example. We, women, have SO many other scenerios we have to consider if we want to avoid "under-packing." It's truly a burden!

So, you may have wondered what makes men and women different. And now, you know. It's the packing gene. Pretty simple really.