Reflection

In my Life Backpack, the things I carry are tangible and intangible. Some tangible items might seem unimportant to some but for me they are essential. For example, I carry hand sanitizer because I like to keep my hands germ free and clean. And I carry chapstick, I don’t like having my lips crusty and dry. Other things I carry are writing utensils because you never know when you might need a pen, pencil or a marker. I carry my earphones to listen to music anywhere and anytime. I carry my wallet with my ID, cards and cash. I always carry my keys that have important keys, and a mini flashlight. Depending where I might be going that day, I sometimes include my makeup pouch, and lotion/sunscreen. Also, I sometimes carry sunglasses and a hat to protect my skin from the sun. Depending on the season, I carry medicine for my allergies. The intangible items are mostly things I carry in my mind. I carry my lack of self-esteem, my fears of what other people might think of me and my lack of confidence. Furthermore, sometimes I carry the weight of stress on my shoulders, due to school, family life, and work.  I try to carry happiness wherever I go, because I believe that every day is a miracle that God gives us and that I need to appreciate it and live it to the fullest, because others on that day didn’t have that opportunity.  These are just items that I carry.