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Today we leave Alabama and make a run to visit family in Texas. We depart for England out of Houston next week. When we leave Alabama today, we must have everything packed for our visiting time in Texas and our move to England
So here they are: our moving suitcases. We allowed ourselves two suitcases each and a carry-on bag and personal bag. So that’s 400 total pounds of checked luggage and then our smaller bags for on-board. That’s all of the equipment and supplies for a family of four for:
- Setting up housekeeping
- Kitchen supplies: pots and pans, kitchen utensils, coffee supplies (very important), spices, etc.
- Homeschool books and school supplies for a 4th grader and 7th grader
- Rob’s doctoral research books
- All the electronics/computer stuff to go with the above points
- Games and toys for the kids
- Our fall and winter clothes
- Personal affects
- Toiletries, etc.
- Various other “Hey, I want to take this too!” items.
We are looking forward to seeing family. At the same time, we are ready to get across the Pond! The Alabamians are conducting a British Invasion!
All loaded up and ready to go!
GILESGATE JOURNAL 
Getting more exciting by the minute! We’re excited for you!!!!
We are too!
Prayers for safe travels, and for your whole family for the advernture ahead.
Gene and Cecilia
Prayers and best wishes to the entire family for safe travels and a great adventure ahead! You will be missed this year but not forgotten.
Gene & Cecilia
Thank you, Gene and Cecilia. Your affirmation and prayers are great. Keep it coming!
Have a safe, fun, educational trip. Don”t forget how to get back home. I will miss you, but you made the right decision. Blessings and love. Sarah Riggs
Thanks, Sarah! We sure appreciate the encouragement!
Been praying for you & will continue – have a great adventure!
Thanks, Dave! That means the world to us!
Be sure to teach them some proper English over there!
Thanks, Steve! We will do our best!