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Preparing to Serve 101:
General Suggestions |
I'm glad that I brought my trenchcoat and my sleeping bag (I slept in it or on it throughout my mission) because it meant that to make my bed I just had to flaten my bag out, of course you have to air it out every once in a while and clean it too, but it's worth it.
I wish I would have brought a really good and durable umbrella because the one I had broke after the first storm I experienced.
Suitcases! It doesn't really matter whether they are hard plastic or soft sided, but make sure they have good wheels, because you will be taking on them dirt, cobblestone, (occasionally) paved roads, and over uneven tile side walks. Samsonite/American Tourister with the roller blade wheels seemed to hold up the best. There is nothing worse than a transfer with a broken suitcase.
We get asked a lot of questions about sleeping bags. When I served, they were optional, and I didn't bring one. A good pair of sheets and an extra blanket were all I needed. If you decide to use a sleeping bag, purchase it before going to Argentina. Everything you need for 2 years has to fit in your suitcase, and if you don't plan for it now, you'll have trouble making it fit once you get there.
Select a sleeping bag that can pack into a "small" stuff bag. One that is intended for hiking/backpacking trips would be ideal. Remember, it needs to fit in your suitcase. Your local sporting goods store should be able to help you find what you are looking for. Even if you opt for a sleeping bag, take sheets as well. While winter is cold, summer can get hot, and you won't want to be stuck in your sleeping bag in December and January.
Some good items that aren't on the recommended list:
a mini-mag flashlight
swiss army knife or any pocketknife with screwdrivers/can openers/utility
stuff
a pocket size spiral notebook for writing down words you learn
Get yourself a good pair of thin flip flops that dry out easy for showers. Especially in the moist bathrooms, fungus grows easily, and athletes foot is easy to catch. It can be avoided by scrubbing between the toes each day with a soapy wash cloth. Because you are out proselyting most of the day and your apartment is closed up, in the winter time be sure to watch for damp walls and mildew. At the first sign of mildew, dedicate an afternoon to scrubbing the walls with a bleach and water solution. This will keep the apartment clean and protect your health as well.
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