Getting ready

Though I have to think of myself as a fairly seasoned traveler, this trip has made me feel like it is my first time away from home. For example, I almost tried to leave on a passport that that was set to expire, and had to spend $305 to expedite an expedited passport. What a rookie mistake, and one that I always warn people about.

Those of you who know me will laugh at this--I am almost completely packed, days before I am set to leave. Normally I pack minutes before I leave. I have packed and repacked, changed bags, worried about what to wear and bring, and, GASP, even made about eight lists so that I don't forget anything. This from person who has traveled and actually forget his luggage, and who always always forgets things, from toothbrushes to cameras to underwear. What is wrong with me? (-:

I think in part it is because I am so excited to just go. I think to go anywhere but especially Europe. It has been a long time, and I do honestly love Prague. It is a wonderful city and it has great memories, and it is constantly changing. I am anxious to travel with a friend to this fun place--his wife got to go to Italy, but I think he won by getting to go to Prague. It will be fun to see it with new eyes, and to have new experiences. I also am excited, and here is the camera geek in me, because I get to take pictures for a week. Weird, I know, but fun for me.

Wednesday is a travel day, but I will write on Thursday, probably pretty late.

Please comment when you can and please, laugh and travel with me on this...