Dreams

So does it count as a reoccurring nightmare if the nightmare occurs three times in the same night? Well the other night I had a dream where I woke up on the morning of my flight and I wasn't packed. I hadn't even started. I think I was confused about the date or something. I was so freaked out. I rushed to the airport in a tizzy with a half-packed bag. But I missed my flight anyway. I woke up a bit frantic. This happened three times.

I guess I've been stressed about packing. I'm actually a little embarrassed about how much I've let the smallest stuff get to me. For instance, I got this new pair of sneakers. I ordered them online. They fit great and they're incredably comfortable. However, the color is a little lighter than I expected. It's really no big deal. But I got myself all worked up thinking I'll be the dorky American spotted a mile away in white shoes. I'm lame. I know. I scuffed them up a bit, and they're much better now.

All the new liquid travel rules have been a bit of a challenge, too. See, I'm trying not to check a bag. I'm just taking one backpack with a detachable day pack. And packing it is no problem. It's the one quart-sized bag with 3 oz or less that's giving me issues. I had no idea how many liquids, gels and lotions I use on a daily basis. Let alone three months. But after a bit of research and advice, I got some great travel products. Paper shampoo, paper laundry soap and paper hand soap. It's pretty cool. I'll be washing my hair with a piece of paper that looks a little bit like one of those Listerine breath strips. I haven't tried them yet. I'd better do that tomorrow. Check out flight001.com for the cool stuff.

Well anyway, I did a packing test run and it looks like everything will fit. Even the liquids. And I won't look like a dork. At least not any more than I do every day at home. I feel much better. No more nightmares. Last night Vinny Chase gave me a back massage. I should watch Entourage every night before bed.