Nesting Runs in the Family

When Mother traveled with Dad, she would always have a bag full of crossword puzzle books, books to read, and needlework. Depending on the length of the trip, she would also have a blanket and a pillow. As soon as she got into the passenger seat of the car, she would arrange all of her goodies around her legs and lap. Everything was in a place that she could easily retrieve any item when she needed it. It was like she had created a homelike nest, albeit temporary, for her little space in the car.
I realize that I do the same thing whenever I travel, by car or plane.
My bag now has my Nook, my knitting, my phone, my journal, and pens and pencils. I now always take my computer with me, but it goes in a separate bag. I used to carry at least 2 books, the Nook has replaced that need. On a plane trip, I put my computer in the overhead bin. That bag is so heavy that I am lucky to get it into the overhed bin. So I hardly ever use my computer on a plane. Now I use it often when I'm the passenger on trip that takes more than one hour. Anyway . . . To get settled on the plane, I do the same thing Mother does. I get my Nook (or book) out and put it in the seat pocket in front of me. I get my plastic bag with the latest knitting project out and into the seat pocket next to my book. I turn off the network connections (airplane mode) on my phone, but it's ready for me to play games, read email, clean up email, or read a book. Yes, I can read ebooks on my phone too! Now my nest is ready and I can blissfully entertain myself on the trip. Or go to sleep.
What is your nest like? Write a comment to share your nesting habits with the rest of the family.
I love you all, Auntie Vic