I did not take a picture of what I put in my suitcases because, well, I didn't. I am not photographing my uber-sexy new Fruit of the Looms for you. But, here things are fully packed. Although I will admit that a skosh more room would have been nice I cannot figure out what people are taking who fill a big checked bag, a carry-on and a personal item. Space bags and Ziplocs are glorious and I was able to cram in quite much.
Not sure why that bag looks filthy, I assure you it isn't.Some have requested a packing list. That just isn't my kind of thing. Remember, I fly by the seat of my pantaloons. Bottom line is, if you really need a list you aren't going carry-on ;0) Here it is: folder of mounds of paperwork/dossier, 3-4 pants, 5 tops, undies, socks, tee jammies, personal items (I'm no product ho so I save a lot of room here), a few diapers, a few outfits/jammies for PIPA, PIPA's prescriptions and med kit, a skosh of formula/bottle, small thermos, stacking cups, China munchies for PIPA, ERGO carrier, 8 boxes of chocolates, camera, FLIP, laptop and all cables. Finito.
Now, if only I can get my normal sinuses and lung capacity back before that plane takes off I will be among the lucky ones. Still having a go of it but I have nearly a week to shake it. I do NOT have a desire to be a head-running-like-a-faucet, ball-of-snot on the plane. Wish me luck to dry up.
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I am so stinkin impressed at your packing! I could have never done it. (I am on the other hand am a product ho).... LOL!
So sorry you are sick. I hope that you get better QUICK! Everyone is sick - I;m on week 3 - but who cares about me... YOU my girl need to get well quick. This trip is going to take alot out of you.
I cannot believe it is almost time. Lordie..........your gonna be a Mom. (wait...you already are!) :-)
Smooch!
Wishing you great travels, no head cold and tears of happiness that you and your girl will be in each others arms in a matter of days.
Deb
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Get yourself a netti pot... but like walgreens brand. You don't need the expensive version... couple times a day of that will knock the snot right outta ya... pinky swear.
I used it before my last vaca and my sinus infec was gone pronto!!!
Holy crap! That's all your stuff?!?! I'm impressed, good grief, I pack more than that for an overnight stay in town.
Hope you're snotless soon!! SO excited for ya!
Sounds and Looks like you are ready to go..
I am sooo excited for you.
I soo hope we can go carry on also..
Hugs..
Hope you get better soon..
I also heard that the netti pots work wonderfully..
Have a fast few days..
Oh!My!I just can hardly believe it....finally in a week you will be on your way........how friggin exciting!!!!!!!!!Hope you dry up soon girl.
SOOOO CLOSE! Cannot wait for you to get her. :) YAY! Hope your head drains soon. I finally had to break down and get me some antibiotics.
Wow! But I knew you could do it :) You will be able to find most anything you didn't bring there. Hope your feeling better soon!
I'm sorry, I am SUCH a bad packer. We took four, count 'em FOUR, LARGE suitcases to Africa.
Almost there, my friend!! Totally impressed with your packing and I hope that your nose and sinuses cooperate from this moment on. You have more important things to do than wiping up your own snot...it's time to wipe up Pipa's!! <3
Airbourne don't leave home without it...
Airbourne don't leave home without it...
Amen on the lack of packing lists. I think you just "know" what you need and you just shove it in. That is my style as well.
Well... I take it back. Sorry for ever doubting your COO abilities. You are my hero.
PS. People... it's even more impressive if y'all knew the size of those 8 boxes of chocolate. They're big. And still she did it!! Impressive.
The time just seems to be flying by now - well at least for me it is.
GET BETTER soon and as far as I am concerned have fresh batteries in your camera and all will be good.
Atta girl! I had no doubt you could do COO, I am doubting my abilities, since I am a product ho...but I do have the capabilities to do without. Did you squish your red footed jammies in there? I believe you should be totally up front with Pipa, let her know who she's really coming home with, the red footed jammies just might be a deal breaker for her. ;0)
Neti Pot and Z PAC are my monthly saviors. Apparently, I have a small sinus cavity and everything gets stuck there. Once again, I'm a head full of snot.
One week!!!! SCREAM!!!!
I bow to the Queen of Carry On!
HOOLY CRAP...you are packed for China! OMG that makes me smile!
Feel better soon.
Keep smilin!
Good luck, be safe, be well, and have a wonderful time. I'll keep you and the munchkin in my prayers.
That's crazy. I pack more than that for a couple nights away. Good for you! Very impressive.
Feel better soon!
I am waaaaay impressed! I admire you ability to just know you will figure it out when you get there, rather than over-prepare and bring everything but the kitchen sink.
Sounds like you got it all sorted.
Get better and get plenty of rest before the adventure begins!
Wow, you are crazy skilled!! I don't even know how much stuff we took it was all such a fog after referral, but I know it was, ahem, a lot. :-)
luck wishing in process- dry up soon girl. great job on packing. i'm gonna suck at this. i over pack just for weekend get-aways. you'd think i was traveling to europe or 2 weeks and i'm just seeing family for 2 days.
god help me in china.
Single digits are the best !! Whoo Hoo, I can sooo feel the excitement. I just want to press rewind and do it all over again (except of the packing and the long flight, of course).
HOT DAMN!! I've been without a computer for 3 weeks and holy moly you are packed and leaving!! Can't wait to follow along...have a wonderful trip!
Wow, you are an awesome packer! I agree, space saver plastic bags are awesome.
Hoping you get well soon and have a safe flight!
Dang you are GOOD! I'm beyond impressed! I'm finally getting a chance to catch up with you and I'm so excited to see that you're in single digits!! It's happening!!
This is one amazing job of pacing!!! I am in awe! Only one week!!! Yippee!
I am so excited for you. I just reread some of our journey from call to pick up....I wish I could give you just a hint of what it's going to feel like. It's going to be AMAZING and I can't wait to watch it all unfold..just brings tears to my eyes knowing that after your long long journey you are going to have your little angel in your arms soon!!!EEEEEKKKKKKK!!!!!!!
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