Do We Have Room for This?

Whew, no matter how many times I do it, it's still overwhelming to pack for a family of four to go away for a week! Anywhere! Add that we are flying on an airplane and it's reaching near hysteria in my little mommy brain. Prekid, did I ever think about packing before I did it?

Before tomorrow night I must: Fit it ALL into the airline restrictions on size and weight, follow the TSA guidelines for liquids, sharp object and explosives - darn it! Don't over pack, that's just hassle dragging it everywhere, not to mention the annoying remarks from the other half. Don't under pack, to me that's the biggest fear - good grief what happens if I forget my... And make sure you have enough stimulating games, toys and snacks for the kids - for the ride to Charlotte (1.2 hours), the airplane (3.5 hours) and the bus to the resort (2 hours). So, let's see, that's 6.7 hours of keeping the strapped down kids occupied while following all the rules... hold while head spins...

Hopefully it will all be worth it when I am sitting on the beach, drinking a "free" tequila sunrise and watching my kids play in complete and total bliss!

Note to self: DON'T FORGET PASSPORT!!!!