a new month

The Olympics are over.  What a finish!  A nail biter of a hockey game.  We had friends over and crowded around our ancient TV.  The tension was high.  I was exhausted.  After everyone left we all settled into our own routines.  Assignments are being done ahead of time as we prepare for our trip(s).  Maui and Miami.  Today brings a list of things to do.  Medical insurance.  Toiletries.  A bathing suit.  Tomorrow I will buy our US cash.  And tomorrow evening we will pack.  Tuesday and Wednesday my daughter performs at school.  Friday we leave.  Friday we leave.  In between I am negotiating some high level discussions with school principals and other professionals.  I changed my banner.  I am thinking that if I bring my laptop I don't need to bring another storage device for my camera.  I will just upload my photos daily.  Need to buy more ziplocs.  I have a running list.   Do you have any last minute advice or tips for travellers?  I will need to bring a novel for the plane.  Batteries.  And then I remember we are not going to be isolated... keep it simple.  Travel light.  I am so looking forward to sleeping in.  And to being warm.