In the past few days I've finally started really tackling the huge task of going through my possessions and sorting through what I need to take with me to Portland. I only have as much room as the bed of Brian's truck with a raised cap on it, so anything that doesn't fit is staying behind. I don't think that I'll have more than that, but I've severely underestimated myself in the past so I really need to be wary.

So far, I've sorted my books and movies, miscellaneous stationery/house stuff, craft supplies and important files. I still need to load all my music onto my computer so I can sell/donate most of my CD's, sort through my kitchen stuff, and of course pack up my clothing. I'm contemplating having a yard sale this weekend, but then I realized that I've never actually had one, and I don't know who would come. We're not friends with our neighbors, and my mom's friends are all Asian packrats who really don't need any more stuff. (Also, I get the feeling that my stuff is a little too tasteful... is that mean? Haha)

I'm still undecided. I guess I'll make a better decision later this week.

Here's the departure plan: Brian will be coming down here sometime before the weekend of 7/12 so we can go to my friend Charles's wedding on the 13th. After the wedding, we'll be here for another day or so to tie up loose ends and then I and all my stuff will accompany him up to New Hampshire for the week. The weekend of 7/19 Brian is going on a canoe trip in Maine...

Which means that I need something to do up in the New England area that weekend. Anyone want to play? I can take a bus to Boston... but my friends who lived in Boston once upon a time have since left. I guess I could gallavant the city on my own, or maybe take the bus to some other local attraction. Suggestions? Willing companions?

... Anyone?