The frequency of my wife's canoe trips has declined over the years.  She has a good excuse -- a broken back years before we met continues to make sleeping on the ground a challenge for her. 

But after I read Kerry's note, she wants to try again.  I'll pack in a super-duper mattress, as thick and cushy one as I can get (make/model suggestions?).  And I'm getting her new rain gear. 

So Kerry, I owe you one.

prouboy