So my pack out (when the movers come and pack up everything I own) is on Tuesday. I've got to have everything sorted for what I'm taking and what is staying...and what I want to go air freight vs ocean freight...and what I want to take on the plane with me. Plus I'm arranging for my condo to be cleaned, the rugs to be steam cleaned, etc to get it ready for my tenants. I've got lists of lists of lists. I have to write down what errands I'm running becuase I'm forgetting. It's just ridiculous!
So I've been told that the internet's pretty slow in Addis and I shouldn't expect much...and to bring books and dvds with me. So I've been doing a little shopping--a wii, the wii fit, wii games, board games, dvds, some books, etc. You get the idea.
Then on top of that I've got my "consumables" or stuff that I'll use up and the government pays for me to ship over becuase it's such a hardship to live without your oreos! I mean stuff like babyfood and diapers I get, but I can take a ridiculous amount. I didn't go that nuts even but I still managed to spend $1,000 at costco yesterday. Seriously! 1G!
Maybe I should just go with a suitcase and nothing more--go all peace corps style. But then again, I do really like my bed, and my photos, and my stuff....hmmm.
Oh well, I think my buying spree is over. The costco trip took it out of me. Here's my pile....
It's impressive and sad at the same time isn't it.
Off to the "export" store to buy coverters for my electronics. Seriously?!?! It never ends.
More soon as pack out day nears....
1 comment:
seriously, girl, you are going to need way more TP! It just doesn't exist there.
Make sure you rat pack everything!!
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