"Henceforth I ask not good fortune—I myself am good fortune; Henceforth I whimper no more, postpone no more, need nothing. Strong and content, I travel the open road." —Walt Whitman

The title for this post should be something along the lines of "The chronic overpacker managed to get everything she needed."  But the first quote I used really spoke to me, and so I decided I would use quotes to title all of my blog posts.  

I woke up this morning and it was snowing.  My thoughts were "UGH.  It's snowing, I'm exhausted, I'm stressed out.... I'm glad we're leaving." 

But today (Friday), we left!  Marie and Kelly and I are staying with Marie's aunt and uncle in Apple Valley (thank you!!!) and we've already started our adventure!  We went to the Mall of America  - Kelly had never been there before!!!  So we explored, and she loved it. :) (Of course!)

I already realized I forgot something (but don't worry Mama, it's nothing essential).  I forgot my glasses. So I'll be grouchy at the airport because I'll be wearing contacts.... but I'll get over it. 

Well, my bed awaits! 5:45 AM is so early! 

Jordyn Beranek