EveryDay Carry

Everyday Carry is another blog I stumbled upon last year. All blogs tell a story and this one, to me, is interesting -- individuals submit pictures of the personal items they typically have on them any given day -- and, as better explained on the web site:

"Everyday Carry, or EDC, generally refers to small items or gadgets worn, carried, or made available in pockets, holsters, or bags on a daily basis to manage common tasks or for use in unexpected situations or emergencies. In a broader sense, it is a lifestyle, discipline, or philosophy of preparedness."

Two examples submitted to the site:

I think the items each person carries in their purse or pockets speaks volumes about their personality and tells their story (what they value, what they need, what they like). For example, we all have that friend (or are that friend) with the "Mary Poppins" bag of endless supplies. You want this person at your side when someone spills a drink on you at the bar or when you experience a wardrobe malfunction. You'd probably in turn describe this person as an overall reliable, prepared person. 

I strive towards "less clutter" in all facets of my life as I get older, so I'd like to think that the contents of my pockets (or purse) are more selective. I attempted my own EDC submission below. I chose to pull the AAA card out from my wallet for a reason...