Paris Eve

Tonight we leave for 14 days in Paris. Well, mostly Paris. Some Normandy, too.

Packing is especially hard this time. You mix packing for winter and spring with being on the road for 14 days and you get quite an issue. Luckily for us, there's a Laundromat right across the street from our apartment. We'll be using that a few times, I'm sure.

A typical luggage entourage for us is a personal bag and a carry-on. We frequently preach the wonders of traveling carry-on only. This time, because of some very bad influences (yes, Suz and Shelley, I mean you) we're also taking a checked bag. It's helpful to pack the scarves, hats, gloves, boots, etc. in the suitcase. But we've gone into the mindset of "Well, we have room..." So, the inspectors will find in our checked bag--no joke--no fewer than six guidebooks, a jar of peanut butter, full-size liquid bottles (oye!) and a box of FiberOne bars (hey, don't judge-lots of cheese will be consumed on this trip!).

We are legitimizing this by telling ourselves there will be lots of room to bring back souvenirs. It is not our proudest travel moment.

But we're looking forward to this trip a lot. We remember how much we loved Paris the first time we went and are hopeful it doesn't disappoint. The weather is looking wet but warm, which is a relief. And everyone going along seems up for a fantastic adventure.

Our next post will be from Paris!