10 Must Haves for Your Purse

We all carry them. At least women do. Purses to carry all of our necessities, and, well, junk. There are 10 things that I believe every woman should have in her purse. Here they are.

Notebook. This may seem odd to some of you and then some of you will probably agree. Have you ever been scrounging around trying to find something to write on? You end up writing on the back of a gum wrapper or check stub. You can buy cute purse size notebooks that will fit nicely inside your handbag. They will come in handy. You can write people's email and address and phone#, write down a quick recipe or write your great idea. In fact, I carry one in my purse and whenever I get a writing idea for Associated Content I quickly write it down. Be sure and carry a pen too!

Next a great lip gloss is a must have. Now I know some women carry all of their makeup in their purse but that really isn't necessary. A good lip gloss will work for a quick pick me up. It will brighten up your face and make you feel a little fresher.

Cash. I think it is important to always carry a little cash in your handbag. Not a boat load, but enough so you have the freedom and availability to buy something if you need or want it. In this day and age the debit and credit card rule and we hardly ever carry cold hard cash.

Another important item that I always have with me is hand sanitizer. You can buy cute little bottles at your local store with great smelling scents. This will come in handy every time you pump gas or do not have access to soap and water.

If you are prone to allergies or headaches, like myself, then I would suggest carrying your allergy and headache pills. I keep a small pill box in my handbag with allergy pills, heart burn pills, and migraine pills. You don't know how many times that has come in handy.

How about kleenex? You can purchase a small purse size package of kleenex at the store. Kleenex's are great to have and can serve several purposes. Blowing noses, quick clean ups, etc. You 've probably been asked in the past if you had one to give to someone else. Next time your asked, you will be prepared.

This next one is probably the most obvious, and the majority of us already do it, but you need to always have your cell phone. Like I said, I am sure we all do this, but now days it is really important. It is hard to imagine our lives without cell phones anymore.

You probably never thought of this but I would carry a travel size toothbrush and toothpaste. They will come in handy when going on dates, office lunches or when you can't get home. Here's a freebie for you. Carry a purse size deodorant too. You never know!

Mints and gum are a must have for my handbag. You always want fresh smelling breath or sometimes you just enjoy something to chew on!

Here's something you might not have ever thought about. A small sewing kit. You never know when a button will pop off or a hem will come undone. A small sewing kit can be a great lifesaver in those moments.

I am sure you have probably thought of other items that would be just as important to carry in your purse. Maybe this article has given you thoughts on new items you never thought about too!