I guess it's time to buy some kind of scale. I usually pack and weigh myself on a bathroom scale and remove the pack and weigh again. With water, last trip it was about 30 lbs and I carried stuff I won't carry again (didn't use). I just try to carry what I think I'll need and nothing more. I find that with more distance and steeper trails it all gets heavier. After looking at several different gear lists and coming up with my own. I just figure with my budjet, I can only go so light.
And actually, I'm planning to add a couple of items for more comfort. Since I'm not trying to keep up with someone or have someone keep up with me. I go at my own pace. What's the hurry anyway.