The planning continues

Over the weekend, I exchanged my hiking boots (the pair I originally bought were too small, I decided) and started breaking in the new pair (no serious hikes--only shopping in East Cobb). My almost-9 year old was quick to give her thoughts on the boots--"very fashionable" in a somewhat sarcastic voice. I responded that my hope was/is that they will help keep my toes warm and dry in Antarctica. I also picked up my moisturizer (lots of it), sunscreen (SPF 50), lip protection and a Flip (www.theflip.com -- lightweight, supposedly easy to use and not too hard on the wallet). I think I am close to having completed my gear purchases--I'll go through them one more time this week, since we only have 2 weekends left before the departure date!