So, tonight is the last night my dad and I spend in our own beds. We are packed. We are ready. Mom gave me one gift a day starting Tuesday with two rolls of extra-compact duct tape. Wednesday, she gave me a Columbia hat with the neck flap for sun protection....and tonight, a watch!... so I don't forget to email her, she says. Tomorrow: palomar airport --- LAX --- San Jose, Costa Rica --- Maiquetia, Venezuela (30 mins. outside of Caracas) This is the first of many. Look forward to travelling with you.
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