Day 0

I have made it safely to Portland. Staying in the Red Lion Hotel at the airport. I had dinner in the sports lounge, served by a bartender who obviously wanted to be somewhere else. My wakeup call is for 3:30 a.m.(!) I'm going to shower and shave tonight, and catch the 4:00 a.m. shuttle to the airport, which should get me there by 4:05. Through the miracle of a smartphone app, I was able to scan my passport and check-in for my flight this morning. As long as my checked bag isn't too heavy, I should be good to go.

I'm using one of my own travel tips: My belt, watch, and jewelry are going IN my carry on. I can put them on after I get through security. I'll even have my shoes off before I get in line. The only things I'll have to worry about are my cell phone and wallet.It's the little things that can make travelling so much easier. 

I'm planning on trying to get at least four hours of sleep tonight, and I'll more than likely sleep all the way to IAH in the morning. 

I promise I'll post pictures at some point, but I have to get to Peru first :)

Chat with you all tomorrow.