I do the same thing. I cannot stand to have chores waiting back home just after returning from a long trip. I usually change oil, clean, yard work, and any & every task I can think of eliminating prior to heading outta town...so it won't be looming in my subconscious during the trip, and especially won't be staring right at me upon returning. I'm usually more active in getting things accomplished the week before a trip than I am the entire rest of the year.So... my husband thinks I'm strange for giving the house a thorough cleaning before we leave. I think he's crazy for wanting to wash the car before we go.
It's going to be a long drive.....