I know the feeling/freedom of traveling light -- the pure seamlessness of entering and leaving an airport without having to wait or interact with anyone.
Last trip we took, we decided to buy some souvenirs and so brought a suitcase with. Guess what got lost on our transfer flight? Yep. Lesson learned.
Enjoy your trip, and may the weight of world seep off your shoulders on fairer shores. I drink to your Yamaha