The first item I choose to take is my Bible. For my family, our relationship with God is our source of strength, stability, faith, and it gives us the ability to love one another and others. We believe in transaformation from the inside out and as long as I am connected to God, I believe that I will have everything else I need to survive and if I don't, I believe that God will give me wisdom to get what I need.
The second item I choose to take is my cell phone. Though international rates may apply, if I am separated from my family and friends, I can always call see how they are doing. If the country has wi-fi access, I can also check on my friends and extended family members to see if they are okay. My cell phone also houses pictures of my family and friends. In case I miss them, I have plenty of pictures to keep me company.
The last item I choose to take with me is my wallet. This will ensure that I have cash of my own that can be exchanged for the currency of my new country. With this money, I will be able to purchase necessary items to at least get me through until I find out where I will permanently be.
If I were told that I could only keep one item, I admit that would be a little disheartened. After all, three items alone was a stretch. I would definitely keep my Bible. The memories of my family I will always have with me and money can always be earned.
As a result of this exercise and having to sit down and think about what I would actually take, I have had to think about what is most important to me and reprioritize my life accordingly. It's so easy to get off track and so busy with the day to day responsibilities, but making time for God and family is important will provide for a well-rounded, balanced life.
