Well mission finally accomplished–obviously since I am now in London. My backpack is packed to the brim and ready to go. It’s about 27 lbs with no room to spare. For those that have been chomping at the bit to know what items made the cut, here goes:

• 3 pairs of smart wool socks
• 5 pairs of undies/3 sports bras
• 2 dri-fit EMS long sleeve shirts
• 2 t-shirts/3 tank tops
• 2 pairs of pants (jeans/hiking), 1 pair of capris, 1 pair of shorts
• Soft inner shell that will serve as my jacket
• Rain coat/windbreaker
• Merrell Chameleon Hiking Shoes
• Flip Flops
• Bathing suit and sarong
• Climbing harness and shoes
• Assorted toiletries
• Tech stuff (camera cords, battery chargers and adapters, ipod cables and ipod)
• Fotos of friends and family
• Journal, camera and travel guide to South America