Now... before I go...

Tis my last half sleep before I jet out in the morning. I say half because my mind has been running rampant with lists and plans and things to do and what ifs. I can't help it that I'm a worrier and organisation freak!

Anyway, all is packed (and somehow only at 11kg of luggage!) and ready to go; Eeepc and entertainment at the ready in the hand luggage, note pad and camera easily accessible for recording all of those 'must be put in to image/word' memories which will crop up, Japanese phrasebook has post-it-notes inside the cover available for strategic placement at key quotes and all liquids are miniaturised just in case I felt the need to substitute my cleanser and toner with an explosive cocktail.

I shall endeavour to keep my eyes peeled for suitable presents, ironic notifications and the down-right 'disturbed in translation' signs.

On another couple of notes:
Got a henna tattoo done on my ankle the other day - some lunch time thing was happening on campus and one of the activity stalls was free henna. I have a photo on my phone of it, so I'll hopefully upload when I get back (and remember).

Also my new baby arrives on Monday. She'll be polished and left in the garage for me awaiting my return to christen her with a nice run up the Pacific Motorway.

So, until my next entry, hopefully from somewhere in and around Tokyo, farewell m'dears!
xx Manda xx