Currently I'm on a holiday in England. Before I left I agonized about whether to bring my MacBook Pro with me. However, I erred on the side of common sense and left it at home. Into my bag I popped my iPad. How has it proved invaluable? 1. Each evening I download the photos I've taken onto my iPad so at least I have another copy. I could also upload them to my flickr account but I haven't had time. 2. I have a copy of my Reunion files on my iPad. Any changes I make (I've already made several) can be transferred to my main machine when I get home. 3. My daughter has lent me her SIM card so Internet access has been simple and well used. 4. I have had access to free wifi on several occasions. 5. Google maps has been getting a thorough workout. 6. My app Feedler has enabled me to keep up to date with all the blogs I follow. 7. I've been able to easily reply to a few work emails that were important. 8. My Lonely Planet travel apps have been very useful. 9. Th...