This will probably be the last email update from me. For those of you who haven't been on my list to receive prior email updates, I've posted the last two updates on the blog. Once the trip starts, I'll do my best to update it as often as possible. Last year I barely had time to update it. The prior year I did a decent job. Who knows what this year will bring?
Some final thoughts:
1. How much money should you bring? That's a tough one to answer. A minimum of $35 would probably be enough for the several meals you're responsible to pay for (most of your meals are covered in the pre-paid total, but there are a few that aren't). Add in some for a souvenir or two and you're looking at a number more than $50. We will be in some malls, but, for pete's sake, the point of this trip isn't shopping in a mall, so I don't think guardians should feel any pressure to provide shopping money.
As far as souvenirs go, I actually think photos are probably the best and most significant souvenir, especially if we can get the kids to take pictures of each other, rather than simply clicking away every time they see a marble building or statue.
2) It's perfectly fine to carry a small backpack or knapsack during the days. That might be a good way to lug around water, sunscreen, money, cell phone, etc. Feel free to wear a fanny-pack, ala Mrs. Richline. (-:
3) We'll be staying in the same hotel all week. Its contact info is here.
4) Those of you kids who enjoy jogging/running/serious walking should bring along shorts and a shirt designated for such sweaty endeavors. Fingers crossed, I'm hoping we'll be able to get in a couple jogs at least -- hopefully one significant one that includes the Capitol Building, Washington Monument, several of the famous memorials, and the White House.
5) Remember, you won't have access to your luggage underneath the bus until late Tuesday. Bring a carry-on with toiletries (tooth brush & deoderant! -- that bus is gonna be close quarters), and maybe a simple change of clothing.
6) Speaking of close quarters... the good news is that we're taking you to Washington, D.C. The bad news is that we're gonna be stuffed on that bus like sevies in the office on the first day of school, asking for help with their lockers. Not only will every one of you have to share a two-seat section with someone, but (worse, from my perspective) is that one of you has to share with one of us. And lucky me, I drew the short stick (remember learning about karma in 7th grade? Evidently I've got lousy karma...). Let's be honest: I'm keen on personal space, which means Hanes is safe; I'm gonna pick whichever of you hasn't been lucky enough to hit your growth spurt yet, allowing me maximum space (guess at least one of you has bad karma, too).
7) When you arrive at CJHS at 7:15PM tomorrow night, drive around to the back. One of us will be there to take attendance, and another will direct you where to stack your "underneath-the-bus" luggage. Keep your carry-on bag with you. Go into the cafetorium and sit with your guardians -- the first one of you that I gotta yell at to settle down will be punished by being designated my seat-partner for the first part of the trip. Well, if he/she isn't too big. (-:
8) It's a good idea to bring a pillow and light blanket for the bus.
Well, it sure seems like I've rattled off enough last minute info, but if I missed something email me back at acowells@yahoo.com or call me at 574-333-4673.
Mr. C
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