Old Jansport canvas daypack (replaced at the last minute by a new, smaller Patagonia pack with extra back support)
Gregory Chaos Backpack (2,800 cubic inches)
Saucony running sneakers w/custom molded orthotics
Merrell hiking boots (I might regret taking these!)
North Face jacket (rain/wind)
2 t-shirts - CBGB's and Element
Guides - Lonely Planet Tahiti and Rough Guides New Zealand
Baseball cap - DC Nationals camouflage (I'm not a fan, just liked the design!)
First Aid Kit - homemade w/Tupperware. Includes assorted band aids, gauze, Q-tips, digital thermometer, Sudafed, Immodium, Gas-x, Benadryl, moleskin, healthy travel and first aid booklets.
Itinerary and reservation info for 4 flights and bus to NYC, copy of passport info page, pen.
Instruction books for camera and watch.
Creative 8gb mp3 player w/soft pouch.
Cannon Powershot SD700IS digital camera w/battery and 2gb memory and padded case.
Petzl Zipka LED headlamp w/2 AAA batteries.
~ $300 cash, and 3 paper checks
2 debit cards, 1 credit card, Virginia driver's license, and Anthem insurance card.
Passport w/China Visa and WHO Immunization card
9 extra photos (for Visas) and sewing kit
Moo/Flickr cars w/my contact and blog info
Casio Pathfinder digital watch (very happy with this purchase)
Toiletry bag - toothbrush, dental floss, nail clippers, Motrin, Aleve, Gold Bond powder, Centrum vitamins, 2 safety razors, 1 roll toilet paper.
Prescription glasses w/case
Universal power adapter/charger, and USB charger (for mp3 player specifically)
Cheap headset/mic (for Skype)
Liquids/gels and extra plastic bags. Includes - Campsuds, suntan lotion, Neosporin, Cortizone, shaving cream, toothpaste, eye drops, bug spray, skin lotion, Prep-H
1gb USB flash drive and E*Trade Security Token (by RSA)
Late addition (not pictured): Sanyo cell phone w/Sprint international service only, battery, charger (emergency use)