Getting ready to leave

Well, all of the bags are packed and my big worries--the big suitcases--are underweight and my slight concern--my carry-on is overweight, by over two times. Just a little more to squeeze in. Understandably, when folks find out that you are going overseas requests for transporting items come out of the woodwork. Unfortunately, British Airways is rather strict on luggage allowances, probably in light of the "black-market" cartage businesses operated under the guise of tourist travel. I hope that they are not strict tomorrow when I attempt to take my 30 lb carry-on bag onto the plane.
dbm