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Test, test... Just seeing if I can update my blog from my phone. If this works, iPhones r the best. If not, blah!!

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Pack light

Well... it is that time. I can't believe it is finally here. I have my bag packed, my documents in order and mentally I feel like I am ready. I have to prepare myself for the many solo times ahead. Let's face it, I had the best summer ever. I reconnected with a ton of old friends, I met a ton of new friends, I was out and about almost every day and night and I really never got a chance to sit, rest and reflect. I know this will be a good thing for me. Probably a little eye opening, but definitely a good thing. I love it, my Mom yesterday said she would have loved to have gone with me. I did invite her (along with everyone else), because I knew this was going to be an amazing experience. Lot's of people sounded excited, but truly never got around to really doing it. Now, I look back and I am glad no one took me up on my offer. For whatever reason, I am meant to go solo and I choose to embrace that.

Ok, no more serious, deep thought stuff. What did I pack?
4 shirts
3 pants
1 pair of snowboard pants
5 pairs of socks
5 pairs of underware
a sleepingbag (Thanks Reid!)
3 sweaters
2 pairs of shoes
1 down sweater
1 rain coat
1 swimsuit
1 beanie (Logan made me ;-)
1 pair of snow gloves
a couple other things here and there
and...

an open mind

Prep for my trip

About 5 months ago I decided it was time for me to travel. I have always wanted to, but have never had the money or another person to travel with. So, instead of waiting around for those I decided to do it anyways. I took the plunge and booked a trip to South America, primarily the Patagonia region (Argentina and Chile). I knew the money would come, it always seems to work out that way, but going solo I didn't think about to much. I am an independent person, but I have never been to a different country on my own.

2 weeks ago, it really hit me that not only was I going on this trip, but I was going alone. Now, there is nothing wrong with this except the fact that I had not done anything to prepare. I would have to say in the last couple of weeks I have scrambled to get everything together. Something I will think about next time for sure. Prepping for this trip and having the busiest work schedule has definitely caused some stress in my world.

Now, I feel like I am almost there. I have everything I need, I have been in contact with all of the friends of family and friends that I know down there, I have all of my shots and I have been given tons of tips on places to go, things to see and do, people to meet and food to eat. Also, lots of tips on safety, I know everyone is worried about my safety. Thanks to everyone for the tips!

Of course, I know there will be things I did not expect and I know when I get there I will probably get a little overwhelmed, but I also do know this will be an amazing experience and I will have the time of my life. Check back periodically, if you want to see my adventures on the road. I will be sure to update as much as possible.

I will upload all of my photos to my web gallery at http://gallery.me.com/eweed#gallery

Love to you all!

Welcome Note...

Welcome to my new blog. This will be the place I share my adventures, memories, thoughts, ideas and of course some great pictures. Feel free to become a member and post a comment here and there. I am sharing this with you all because I care about you whether you are my family or my friend. Much love to you all!!