Getting ready

 Whew, we are trying to pack lite. So 2 backpacks, 2 carry on, and one large suitcase we will check.  You don't really know what you will need to travel for four and a half months, and to almost 30 countries. We have most everything in all our bags, but then I remind Mike that the checked bag needs to be 50 pounds or less, it is about 68 pounds. Oh dear. A few things are removed, we can do with a few less shirts, carry a little more in our back pack, you get the picture. 

 I had a slight panic attack the other night, after we had 1/2 packed. Now it is Mike's turn to get his blood pressure up. WE CAN DO THIS!

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