We were able to bring back almost all of our Christmas gifts and a few extras as well. We ended up with 4 checked bags weighing in at exactly 50 pounds a piece and one checked duffel at 30 pounds. We each also had our limit of two carry-ons a piece. I think a few people probably thought we were nuts as one of our carry-ons was a bag with a car ramp and train tracks in it. We had to tape down the ramp so it didn't make load take off noises with every bump of the plane.
I thought some people might be interested to hear what we brought back to London with us. All items are either hard to find, very expensive or things that we are extremely brand loyal to.
- Crest Original toothpaste
- Thomas the Train toddler toothpaste
- Bath and Body Works hand soap
- Dryell
- Bounce
- Ziploc baggies
- 2 Large tubs of salsa
- Marshmallows
- Contact solution
- Deodorant
- Peanut Butter
- Shampoo
- Glad Force Flex trash bags
We had intended to pack Taco Seasoning as well, but it got forgotten. Thank goodness we probably have enough to make it until our next visitors arrive.
I also did my fair share of shopping while in the US, but it was completely justified as I see it as saving our family money. Buy the boots in the US that cost $85 or buy the boots in the UK that cost $250. The same same price differential applies to pretty much all clothing items so I'm sure everyone can understand the logic of stocking up. The only clothing exception that I have found is with children's clothing. Baby Gap in the UK is surprisingly affordable. Many things are actually cheaper than they are in the US. This is a good thing as there is one two blocks from my house. When Brady comes back to KC and looking like a Baby Gap model you'll understand why.
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