Anyway enough of the boring sappy stuff. Here is a a quick packing/check list that I put together for myself.

ESSENTIALS:
passport
(1) R/T e-ticket Tampa-Madrid
(1) one-way air Marrakesh-Madrid
cash
atm card
money belt

GEAR:

Northface Crestone 75L pack
daypack/jansport
earplugs
(1) pair of shorts
(5) t-shirts
(2) khaki pants
fleece jacket
(1) long sleeves
(6) boxers
(6) pairs of socks
sandals
boots
flip flops
brimmed hat/sun hat
sun glasses
sun block

ELECTRONICS:

Nikon Cool Pix 5200 Digital Camera
(2) 1 gig SD memory cards
6 rechargable AA
pack of regular AA batteries
recharger
international electric adapter
tri-pod
torch

TOILETRIES:
(travel sized)
tooth brush
tooth paste
deodarant
shaving cream
razors
asprin
Immodium

hand sanitizer
baby wipes
toilet paper

Misc:

travel guide
french translator
small bottle of whiskey (gift/trade)