Michael Jackson was a Jedi

I think I have mentioned in the past how I will periodically get the lyrics to a song completely wrong. I admit that Michael Jackson's "Don't Stop" is one of these songs.



I have for a long time thought the words were "Keep on with the porn star groove, Don't stop til you get enough." Turns out it is actually "Keep on with the Force don't stop, Don't stop til you get enough."

I'm not sure how strong the force was with that one, though....

Devil Dog Update

Sara recently posted pictures of her dogs, and the ones that she takes care of, with the camera that she purchased when copying me (because deep down she really wants to be me). Well, I've been working with my camera and getting up to speed so that I can rock out the photos on the trip, and want to share some pictures that I've taken of MY puppy:

Travelin' Shoes

Recently I mentioned the need for a shoe intervention due to my continued purchasing of shoes in preparation for the big trip. At that time, I said that I couldn't post a picture because it would cause certain people to have a conniption. Well, I've changed my mind... Here is a picture of the shoes that were purchased for the trial: 

So, yes, if you count correctly that is twenty-two pairs of shoes on those stairs. Yesterday, I sent fourteen of these shoes back to Zappos. I returned all the shoes, except for the fourth one from the left on the bottom row. I am still planning on returning the red pair on the top row and torn whether I will return the one not yet sent on the first row. 

I've taken the shoes that I intend to wear most (cute Merrell flats and cute Privo flats) out for an extended spin on walks with the dog and they performed perfectly!! 

So, now I have my tours planned and my shoes picked out. I have the wardrobe determined (for the most part) and got the haircut for simplicity. I really think I'm set. 

Keeping Your Valuables Safe

In my travel preparations, I'm in search of a good wallet that will hold passport, credit cards, emergency contact information, etc. However, when searching on Amazon.com for such an item I came across The Brief Safe:

Yes, gentle readers, you are seeing that correctly. In the front is an area where you can store your valuables. You then toss this item into your luggage, or if at home into your laundry basket, and even the most diabolical theif will think twice about picking them up and finding your stash.

Really?!?