Packing, packing, packing.

As anyone who's ever been on a long trip can tell you, packing is a pain. It's particularly awful when you're trying to cram 4 months-worth of supplies into one suitcase, a duffel bag, and a backpack.

The first step is to make a packing list.
The next step is to promptly lose the list and just start putting things in.
At least if you're me.

I wanted to try to maximize space so that I could have room to bring back souveneirs. My favorite space-saving method is "bundle rolling". It's an awesome way to make everything fit!

Of course, I'm bringing along some light reading. I wouldn't be me if I didn't.

 

Eventually, I did manage to get everything contained, and if my scale is correct, just under 50 pounds!

Bring it, TSA
Departure in t-minus 2 days!