Sometimes, Weston is literally on the packer's back while they are trying to put things in a bag. Sometimes, he is taking things out of a bag in one room while the packer is putting things in a bag in another room. It's an interesting packing challenge. Other packing challenges include trying to squeeze the following items into our Brazil luggage:
- a queen-sized blow-up mattress and air pump
- two table-top fans
- something like 15 bottles of sunscreen (ours is just way better--and this fair-skinned girl isn't taking any chances)
- a first grade curriculum, complete with plenty of (English) reading material
- a portable high chair
- a large first-aid kit
- bed linens, pillows and towels
- a power transformer and extension cords
- a travel clothes steamer
- and a myriad of other things
(We are just hoping there will still be a little room left over for frivolous things like clothes)!
The good thing is that the internet has lots of things for a first grader to read, so that might? be helpful.
ReplyDeleteDid you hear American Airlines is going to start charging for every checked bag?
I heard that about American Airlines. They are also eliminating carry-on bags, except for a purse or computer bag, so they are pretty much forcing everyone to check bags. We are flying Delta to Brazil, so we'll not have to deal with all that...this time. Who knows how things will change in the future.
ReplyDeleteThe internet does have lots of good things for first graders to read and that's definitely something we are taking into consideration.
I guess it depends on where you will be, but don't underestimate the power/appeal/fabulousness of Carrefour....Buy it!
ReplyDeletehttp://www.carrefour.com.br/
Lori Poppe
I bet you didn't even know I read your blog!
Hey, Lori! I did not know you read my blog, but I'm glad you came out of hiding. We are familiar with Carrefour and will certainly buy some things there. The truth of the matter is we had some extra room in our bags and thought "why not try to squeeze it in." Have you been to Brazil? Are you familiar with the Vila Velha area? If so, would you know of anyone we could talk to about appartments? :)
ReplyDeleteSorry, not familiar at all. We spent time in the North, Recife and Natal. I don't know these people at all, but they are missionaries in Vitoria. Maybe they can point you in a direction.
ReplyDeleteteston@terra.com.br Name is Teston Gilpatrick. They are with Continent of Great Cities organization. I look forward to your updates in Brasil!
Lori
Thanks, Lori. I'll contact them and see if they can help at all.
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