going to Italy, ten years later

I realized last night that this is really happening.
I'm going to Italy again!!!
I leave less than a month from today!!!
Last night, at the school, there was a meeting for those of us who are going. I think the grand total is close to thirty. The Travel Abroad - oops! that should be Study Abroad! - program likes to make sure everyone is well prepared, as preparation is the key to maximum enjoyment.
I know, it sounds like I'm talking about safe sex, right?
But the key to having any kind of good time truly is preparation.
Well, I have my passport!
I have my bags mentally packed!
I have plenty of lactaid on hand!
And I am so excited I can hardly sit still any more.
Come on, May 13th!