Spinning My Wheels

I've been spending lots of time lately sorting thru some of the lists I made way back in 2006(!) and adding bits and pieces now available from other BTDT (Been There Done That) blogs. Trying to find some things I can check off my main "To Do" list so I ( and my mom!) don't go crazy between referral and travel.
Started with gifts. Realized I should get agency recommendations first. Wouldn't it be nice if they gave you a list of people you need to gift and the gift recs BEFORE the big travel meeting after your referral? Grrrr.
Went to luggage. Lisa bought hers recently. Reviewed the specs for flight in China...good grief! Only 44 lbs. allowed? Really? Suitcases weigh a ton! So maybe I need to buy an 8 lb. rolling duffle? What size? Aaak! How is that to hold all Ellie's clothes, my clothes, gifts, thermos, wash bucket and tongs and of course the recommended total pharmacy of meds and truck load of cheeri0s everyone suggests? Realized my brother would have his bag allowance, too. Still stuck on the visual of my whole extended family sitting on the bags trying to zip both of them up. Finally concluded that my brother is only allowed to pack two pairs of clothes so I have room for gifts and cheeri0s to bring there and "goodies" to bring back. Got that Shane? Two outfits! =)
Went to baby carriers...I remember admiring the hip hammock that Tiffany used for Eliza. I looked it up. She made her own! Tiffany you are amazing! And I am going back to the drawing board! Heck, Ellie will probably be 12 years old anyways!
I think it's time for a nap.