You don’t have to be a Scout to always be prepared. Take it from someone who knows…there are a few key items every girl should have in her purse that will make waking up after a night of drinking a lot easier.
Condoms. You’re drunk. You’re horny. You go home with who you think to be the hottest guy in the bar. Things start to get hot ‘n heavy, your libidos are on overdrive….when….fuck. Neither of you has a condom. Until you remember: “Oh! I have one in my handy survival bag!” You’ll wake up the next morning happily STD and baby-free!*
Toothbrush and toothpaste (a travel size, of course). Nothing is worse than waking up with a brutal case of cotton mouth. No matter where you are, or who you find yourself next to, a clean mouth and fresh breath will instantly improve your general well being. Plus, if you find you like the person you woke up with, surprise him with a minty kiss, not a kiss reminiscent of last night’s whiskey shots.
Pain relief. And by that, I don’t mean pop an Oxycodone (unless that’s your thing). Keep the mild, over-the-counter pain killers you prefer in your survival kit, and your headache will thank you. It will seem like Christmas morning when your hung over, delirious self finds two Tylenols just waiting to ease the pain. It also saves the hassle of having to trek to the nearest drug store while suffering from a horrid hangover, probably in an outfit not appropriate for 9 a.m.
Leggings or opaque tights. Slip these on to de-slut your outfit by eighty percent!
Sunglasses. Cover up your bloodshot, make-up-smeared eyes while making your way back home.
Clean Underwear. Ok…this does sound a little strange. But let’s say you wake up in a strange bed, and realize you’re late to class or work. A clean pair of undies will be your best friend. Since you don’t have time to run home and shower and change, preserve a modicum of dignity and cleanliness by slipping on fresh panties.
*Condoms are not 100% foolproof, so if you find yourself having just participated in a one-night-stand with a person you don’t know, I suggest getting tested regardless of having used a condom. Studies show that condoms reduce the risk of HIV/AIDS by 85-90%, and pregnancy by about 97%.
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Author: Liv
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hilarious!!
awesome! so glad I’m not the only one that likes to keep clean underwear in my survival kit haha
ooh you need to add eye makeup remover pads, throw a couple in a ziplock and they are tiny dont take up space and take away the shame of raccoon eyes on the way home!
niki – glad to know I’M not the only one hahaha
and zoe, good call. thanks for sharing.
Don’t forget your chorus music, because you don’t want to miss out on an opportunity to practice!!!
Awesome Liv!
I’d also add an secret stash of money for cab fair just in case you partied too hard and your cash when out the window. Maybe rubber band it with your toothpaste so it doesn’t slip out. I once had to bail my roommate out and $120 cab rides are not fun to help support.
aaah good suggestion, k. i guess i had never really thought about it living in a city like boston, it’s so small there’s an atm around every corner and cab rides in the morning aren’t really nec.
mini mouthwash, perfume & sunglasses. Nothing is worse than having the spins in sunlight.
LOL this is great!