More Than WE Know

I already mentioned yesterday to look behind you when you are heading out on a walk so as to recognize landmarks from the other direction.

But it is also important to look behind you as you get out of a plane, train, automobile or restaurant.  In the rush to gather up your belongings and hurry out of the vehicle or booth, it is easy to leave something behind in or under your seat.  So, once you are standing, turn around and scope out the seat and the surroundings to see if you have left anything.

I have to admit that even though I know this tip, I have had to learn it the hard way - several times over.

I have variously left:

• a handwoven cloth bag at a sidewalk cafe in California
• a paperback novel in a taxi in New York City
• a cellphone in a department store in Phoenix
• a blackberry on a train in New York
• a fanny pack (with my passport!) on a plane in Thailand

Amazingly, I got my cell phone,  fannypack and my blackberry back….the novel and bag went on to delight new owners…

So, in this instance, do as I say, as opposed to what I have done - before you leave - turn and look behind you!!

What’s the most important thing you’ve ever lost? Did you get it back?

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