School's Out for Summer

So, today's the big day before the big day. I'm cleaning, packing, and getting ready for a fantastic Summer Adventure. I can't be the only one that cleans the house spotless before they go on vacation...it's so nice to come home to a clean home, right?

I'll be gone for a couple weeks, rafting, hiking, biking, and driving my way through the Southwestern United States. Oh yes, lots and lots of driving: Colorado, Utah, Arizona, California.

The good: Everything is nice and spaced out so we won't be rushing to get from point to point. It's sure to be exciting, gorgeous and a great way to see parts of the country.

The bad: I surely won't have internet access, probably won't have regular cell service. So I won't be posting to the blog, checking phone messages, or checking my e-mail while I'm gone.

Road trips are tricky, but I'm employing some healthy tools to ensure I stay on the right track: