It started as a plan between Merry and our daughter, Aislínn. Just the two of them mother -and-daughtering across the states. Then, all of a sudden, it was the whole family, Ciarán, Seán and Dad. What a plan, the logistics, the packing, the reserving! We are nothing if not excited. Can’t you tell? I’m already setting up the blog and there’s nothing to show but a map and the packing!

Yes, the question now is: How much of this can I get on the plane? Are you familiar with linear inches? Oh, yes, that’s how it’s done. Height plus width plus length (h+w+l). And not to exceed 50 lbs. Oh, I can do that!