Upcoming Holidays/Vacations

I am so excited that I can barely stand it! I have a tendency to future-trip to upcoming vacations. This Thanksgiving, from November 21-25, I am going on a Disney cruise to the Bahamas. I took the same cruise last Spring Break, but my children didn't get to come along. This time, I am really looking forward to sharing the experience with them. Also, there is talk about us heading to Jackson Hole, Wyoming, again this year between Christmas and New Year's. Last year we had such a blast (see a picture of the house we rented, above), but again, my boys were with their dad and could not come along. Along with the future-tripping in my head, I feel an overwhelming need to shop for clothing well in advance. For a trip to the Bahamas, it is not such a big deal for us Florida folk. Taking two teenage boys, who live in Florida, to Wyoming in December and January is another story. In preparation, I have purchased so far today: snowboarding jackets, snowboarding pants, boots, warm socks, gloves, hats, sweatshirts, sweaters, and a scarf. I have yet to buy goggles for all of us and long underwear for the boys. Is it premature to purchase the gear before booking the trip? Yes. Do I have a serious issue with over-planning? Yes. I definitely need to relax. Perhaps a vacation is in order...