New Year Big Plans

So I feel like I am a little in pressure mode now, as I officially have about six months left to plan and save.  I got some awesome stuff from my family for Christmas to start getting me ready.  My poppa hooked it up with a digital camera (checking off one of the technology investments that had been on my list), my sister Jill got me some self defense/survival stuff that fits in my pockets for easy travelability and access, and my mom got me some SWEET traveling clothes that are super comfy and roll down super small for the space-saving packing.  I have started making some connections with Couch Surfers (http://www.couchsurfing.org for explanations, GREAT non-profit) and may get a chance to do some hosting before I do some surfing, and will also start getting a chance to go to some local get-to-gathers to hear some surfing experience from others.  Count down is putting the pressure on, lets see if the pressure worked the same way it did when I had a paper due!!