Just a test to see if I can get this ready before the ultra-vacation to Europe later this summer. People have asked me to share my trip with PICTURES so I am creating a blog.  The new carry on backpack suitcase arrived today and it sure is small. It will be easy traveling, but not so great for all the cruisewear I think I'm supposed to have. Oh well, back to my hippy days, making do with the bare minimum.  It's been awhile since I have traveled like that and should just add to the adventure.  I have found a sandal maker in Athens so I will order a custom pair when I am there.  That is, if the strikes end by then and I can actually get around by bus.