Final preparations

Finished washing all my clothes for trip and started packing.  I found some compression bags and feel like they will help keep me organized. 

Decided to take protein powder instead of bars.  I have to sew the sleep sheets I  bought for me and Paulette, buy batteries and then I'll be ready.

I weighed my pack today, weighed in at 16 lbs, a little heavier than I had planned, so I may be trimming a few things. Plus I still gave to add sheet and sandals.  It's already very full.

Travis, Erica, and Jackson came for the afternoon.  So fun to see the little guy growing and changing.  I am blessed with 3 wonderful sons, a beautiful daughter in law, cutest grandson on the planet and a super husband, couldn't ask for much more.

Working out phone issues

Paulette and are very good friends, as well as family.  Feel fortunate to have her in my life.  This trip will be epic.

Now have better phone and blogger app, really looking forward to documenting the trip.

10 days and counting......

Departure day, September 2nd, is approaching quickly and preparations are coming to an end.   I haven't walked enough, or trained enough... not sure how much would be have been enough.  With only a few things left to locate or purchase, I am getting excited.

Paulette

I expect to have about 10 or 12 lbs packed into this guy.  Traveling light since I will carry it 420 miles.

Temperatures are expected to be 50's to 70's with about 14 days of possible rain - based on historic weather patterns.  Perfect for walking, hiking, and exploring.

Spain... here we come.