The Trial packing...

It wasn't really much of a 'trial' really, but we'd put it off a few times. So, on one of those days when we'd already been to the gym, and couldn't garden because of the rain, we set the bags up and started. The bags we are taking are the same size, and both weigh 5kgs empty. 

Then we just got out those things we thought we'd need, based on having enough for a week, allowing for washing stuff in between times. (Trouble is, there are always some places you can't access a washing machine, so we'll do some daily hand washing when needed, and hang it up in the car whilst we drive).

Anyway, after the first trial, my bag came to only 10kgs, which was a real surprise as I've always been one of those who took things "just in case". Of course it will get heavier, as we didn't include ALL the bits and pieces like toiletries, chargers, etc. etc. 
Still, I am encouraged by the first effort.

[By the way, we think our background scene is The Cliffs of Moher, in Ireland. Haven't verified it yet, but it will do until we post one of our own photo's.]