Eve of SFO Flight

All my bags are packed and ready to go.  We've had quite the ice storm here today.  I'll  be happy if my plane leaves on time tomorrow, but for right now, it appears to be alright??  After checking Pearson Airport, multiple flights are delayed and cancelled, few exceptions.  The flight to San Francisco that was planned to depart tonight is delayed, (an hour and counting).  Hopefully it won't be a big deal tomorrow.  The hotel in SF is apparently only guaranteeing my room until midnight, so if there is a large delay, I'll be calling prior to my flight to ensure they won't give my room away if I get there beyond that time.

My SpacePaks worked phenomenal!  I was able to fit 15 pieces of clothing in one compression sack.  The main Pak (blue) was just about the size of the carry on, and already packed at a hefty 10lbs, I knew I wouldn't be able to get away with just a carry on for this trip.  I tried another suitcase that was a bit bigger, however it didn't leave me much more room to bring anything back.  Off I went to dig out my full size suitcase from the dark corners of the basement and dusted it off (literally - vacuumed the dust off the top of it so I didn't leave prints all over the handle).  I last used this in 2008, and it took a tour to Alaska and BC at that time.  This one fits just right with room to spare.  Clearly I've been missing out all these years without these amazing space savers.


Camera, tablet, phone, ipod is all charged and ready to go.  Air China only allows 11lbs for carry on, but I think I'll be able to make it.  All the peripherals, extra change of clothes and toiletries are carried in there so hopefully it'll be fine for the weight allowance.  It's at 9 lbs now....I might be able to add a 2 lb book ;)

I cannot stop thinking about the weather, but it is beyond my control.  The streets are sheets of ice, and I'm sure it will be a far cry for me tomorrow in 15 degree weather and sun in San Fran!

Rumour has it that wi-fi isn't cheap at the hotel I'm staying at, however, there is a Starbucks 3 blocks away that will work in a pinch.  We'll see if this lil' Canadian girl can do enough convincing to get free wi-fi in the room. ;)  Wouldn't want to leave all you readers on the edge of your seat for too long until the next post.  :D

See you at the next wi-fi hotspot.

JA