Raining in New Jersey!?

When I added New Jersey and New York to my Google Weather Updates this morning, I didn't bother to check the 5-day forecast. Therefore, I was taken by surprise when my neighbor on the plane ride told me it would be raining in New Jersey. I exclaimed, "Really? I didn't pack for that kind of weather." He tried to calm me down by offering the fact there are stores in New Jersey. His wife chimed in, "Nice stores as a matter of fact." I crammed all my stuff into a duffle bag, so there is absolutely no room for new clothes, even if I wanted some. I just got back from Europe, so spending money is nonexistant at this point in time. At least, I brought one weather-proof jacket. However, I will probably succumb to purchasing an umbrella even though I avoided it in Europe. On the bright side, it could be snowing, right?

Anyhow, I hate the time change. I barely got into my hotel before I turned into a pumpkin (that's midnight for those who are unfamiliar with the childhood story). My wake-up call is scheduled for 7:00 am EST, which means 4:00 am PST. Somehow, I will force myself to bed right now.

Self-reminder for next blog post: Surrounded by kids on the long plane ride...