Rainforest Hat

I purchased my hat for the Peru trip. I feel goofy when I wear it, but I know it's the kind of hat I need. It's got a wide brim which will keep the sun and the rain off my face. The brim will also be good for deflecting the insects that might fall out of the trees onto me. I don't quite want to think about that, but I'm sure it will happen.

I also got the rest of my vaccinations for the trip. One of them was for typhoid. I have to say, I never expected to get that vaccination during my lifetime. I feel better knowing that I've got one level of defense against some of the diseases I might encounter while I'm in Peru. Better safe than sorry, I always say.