Day before the trip, though if we leave early Friday, we're technically leaving tonight, because packing will keep us up most of the night. The sunrise is beautiful, though at 8 degrees, that beauty comes at a price.

I always get anxious before a trip; guess I'm scared of forgetting something, but I usually never do (fingers crossed).  What makes this time worse is the fact I have to crank out a full 8 hour day at work, then come home and pack, so I'll be mentally drained prior to having to physically drain myself.

I also have to hope the weather holds back enough to let me out of this place on time.  I hate busting my ass to get where I need to be only to have the plane pushed back by a couple of hours, because that's lost sleep, or lost planning time I could have and would have used. Oh well. At least I'll make my plane, and in all likelyhood I'll get to Alaska fine.  Wish me well!

--Matt