Isn't that funny? I didn't even try to explain to her why all that stuff wasn't really necessary...she knows I keep a fully stocked emergency/BOB bag in my car. Apparently I have to lug that with me.
I agree that the thermal blanket is not a bad idea and I searched in my collection for a reasonable and light weight knife just in case. Oh, and I've got about 50 feet of paracord too. Or I will have when I ride again. Sheesh! The woman's crazy! But, she's my mom so I love her anyway.
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