Mon 28 May

It's here!!! We're leaving for our big trip today!!! Had a last-minute inspiration to take a carry-on duffel that fits my purse inside but allows comfortable space for my Kindle, snacks, etc. So I can still bring my purse along, but I don't have to horribly over-stuff it with things I might want on the plane. It's going to be really hot in Minneapolis, so we are modifying our "travel outfits" to put on the long-sleeve portions once we hit the airport. I'm taking flip-flops along and may stash the travel shoes/socks if my feet get too hot and just leave the flip-flops in the car when we park it (or stick them in the carry-on if I should want them in the room). Food: 7:10 am Chocolate pecan pinwheel pastry, 150 g blackberries, coffee