Well, I don't think I am going to get everything into one checked bag and one carry-on. I can tighten up what I have so far (and will probably move things around just to be able to handle the cases myself), but I think I will do well to be in those 2 bags and a medium sized dufflebag. My 'test-packing' seems to indicate those 3 will do it though. Thank heavens for those 'space-saver' packing bags!
There is weight in them thar bags. I was pleased to get a travel iron as a going-away gift from Mom/Sister - definitely needed, esp with the vacuum bags, and I have a surge protector/plug set, both necessary and wanted but a bit heavy. The leaden bags of squished clothing, the 4 pairs of shoes (I will wear one of them to travel in), the unusually (for me) large collection of cosmetics/toiletries, the assortment of chargers (please tell me why this hasn't been universalized??)...
With a heavy heart, and swearing this is a temporary situation, I have set aside my nodules of soapstone and alabaster (for my desired but eventual carving work...won't get to them quickly anyway.) I am bringing my paints and watercolor pencils, my drawing pens and brushes, and my Teaching Company classes on Geology and Dutch Masters. I have only 4 books with me, which feels very strange - I carry more than that when just traveling.
I know I have way too much stuff with me as it is...well, I do have 3 days to winnow it down further. And I will, after all, be back over.
Getting closer all the time, which is a good thing, given the 7 am Wednesday departure!
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