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prepared: I packed for a long road trip, and had everything I would need to hopefully avoid excessive stops. 
gpt
I recently went on a long road trip. I wasn't too worried, though, because I packed everything I needed to make it as stress-free as possible. '
gpt
I can never go on long trips.
gpt
Why not? They used to bother me, but I'm finding that as I get older, they're not so bad.
gpt
I can no longer afford them, long trips cost the most.
gpt
That's unfortunate. I've come to enjoy taking a train as a frugal alternative to flying or driving. No wear and tear on your car, and you don't have to drive.