I try to keep an eye on what I eat while traveling for work.  If I’m gone most of a good month, I try to make sure I’m eating healthy while on the road. It’s easy to get into the mindset of “but I’m on vacation,” especially when you have friends …
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This Travel Jacket Literally Has Everything Built-In–Including a Neck Pillow
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