(To figure out what's happening, you'll likely want to start reading the post titled "And so begins an adventure...", and work your way backwards up the page. --Guy)

• Lights out, all is well.

So, the dog has a caretaker, the house is ready, and I'm packed, well, pretty much. I'm shooting for a 7 day affair, so far. At least, that's how much underwear I've brought. I'll need to do a few things in the morning, but for the most part, I'm ready.