Packing & Preparation

The big question always is - what to take and what not to take. I am never very good at this. Just ask Deb. I always over pack.

Well, on this trip I need to be very careful. We are only allowed one suitcase and one carry one. Because we are flying with a overseas carrier (British Airways) we have to go by their standards which is one case that weighs no more than 50 lbs (sure glad my toothbrush doesn't weigh to much :-)) It just means I can't pack to many books in my suitcase - but how can you go anywhere without a stack of books and magazines to read? Not that I will get to them, but I have great intentions.

The other big question, at this time of year, what it the weather going to be like. If you look at the weather websites, it looks like it is really going to be warm - 80's and 90's during the day and 60 - 70's at night, but do I really trust those sites? I guess I will take clothes for warmer weather and then take layers to add if I get cold.

Today, I went in to make sure my "world" cell phone would work overseas and ran into some complications that I have to wait until Monday to work out. Of course at the rates I was quoted for overseas calls, I am going to spend more time on Skype than I will my cell. Hopefully we will have good Internet connections at the Hotels we are staying in.

The one thing I would ask is that you pray for this trip. Pray for me as I help lead and for Debbie and the kids as I am away. Also pray for all those who are going on the trip as well. There are a total of 25 on the trip.

Thanks and have a great day.

Jim