Two Days to Go!

I've spent the day attempting to clean up my apartment and begin packing. I'm shocked by how much stuff I seem to think I'll need 'down under', especially since I schlepped around NZ last time carrying only my backpack. I've already filled a suitcase full of essentials and I'm trying to figure out if I need to pack my other black suitcase + use my backpack (from last time) as my carry on luggage, manage my laptop and fit in my purse. Hmm, this is rocket science!

I also discovered that it is virtually impossible to buy sweaters/warm clothes for NZ in June in the US. There is NOTHING out there. I went to Eddie Bauer, Macy's, The Gap and Ann Taylor Loft trying to find something to keep me warm. I could have kept shopping but I soon gave up. I'll have to find some lovely warm sweater (jumper, I guess) when I get to NZ. There aren't even long sleeved cotton tees. Grr!