Packing for this trip has been much harder than any I've taken in the past! I want to be prepared for everything without taking too much stuff, and it has been stressing me out the past few days. I've had to make some hard decisions regarding pants, shoes, and worst of all, the tent. It absolutely won't fit. I was hoping to save a bit here and there by camping (secured sites only, mom!) and have the added benefit of not listening to some other random hosteler snoring, or worse. Alas.
Anyway, I've managed to stuff most of what I wanted to bring* into (or onto) my pack, as you can see in this lovely self-portrait. The pack and gear total a "mere" 45 lbs. (And of course, note the day pack I'll be bringing too.)
To learn more of my packing woes, visit this set of flickr pics.
* This would not have been possible without the kind offers from Nick and Lindsay to bring some of my cold weather gear I will only need on Kili when they join me in Tanzania.
About Me
- Michelle W
- I'm a (mostly) nice Midwestern girl who would like to avoid the wrath of an angry territorial hippo.
Where in the world is Michelle now?
5 comments:
Weinberg!!! Love the blog- pink hippos vs naked pirates. . . yes, you were wise to go with the hippos. I will save the naked pirates for a coastal adventure blog title. Kudos on stuffing all those things in your pack. Happy day before departure. I am so extra pumped to see how your trip goes. Safe travels!!!! -katka
Oh yeah, someone showed this clip and I thought of you.
http://www.wherethehellismatt.com/
Terrible dancing, but I like the idea of a signature shot everywhere you go. . . so fun. . . or not. Whatevs.
- katka
Never fear, kate d. Last night I was given a tiny stuffed hippo. His name is Booda and I expect he might make a few appearances.
Did you pack your shoes, too? You should wear those, Michelle
-Mr Steilen
Go Booda!
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