Charleston 2007

During a discussion last night my wife told me to plan on attending the 2007 BookCrossing convention in Charleston. I was a bit surprised by that, since it very well may conflict with our tenth wedding anniversary, but she was quite clear about it. She also suggested that I also look to see if any of the other BCers in the DC area would be interested in sharing a ride.

So, even though its still more than a year and a half away, I'm already making plans for the 2007 Convention. I'm hoping to have a van full of BCers heading down I-95, leaving a generous trail of wild books in our wake! Its almost as exciting to think about as my impending trip down under! Look out Charleston...DC is coming!

Down under connectivity

Well, I've received word from all the hotels regarding their internet access facilities. While they all provide some sort of internet access, none of them provide complimentary broadband access. The only free access is dial-up, though phone charges would still apply. After researching the prices, it looks like its going to be significantly less expensive to use internet cafes than to pay the exorbitant rates the hotels are asking. While I would have preferred to bring and use my laptop from the comfort of my hotel room, I have to admit that not having to lug the laptop halfway around the world is a bit of a relief.

I finally bought myself a digital SLR camera, which should be delivered today or tomorrow, and I already have a 1GB SD memory card for it, so I'm looking forward to trying to capture some of the magnificent scenery I'm expecting to see on this trip. I need to find a small backpack to carry the camera and accessories in while I'm skiing, but that shouldn't be too difficult. With any luck, I should have some more gorgeous photos for my office walls when I return.