Don't bother packing your expectations or attachments because they are pretty much useless at Burningman. Be present in the moment and the playa will sort you out far better than if you are looking for a particular experience. Be open

Give her some credit dude, it kind of sounds like you have the issue. You may be projecting YOUR apprehension about her attending the burn onto her. She will be fine. Just be the fun loving Euro traveling self she loves and have an awesome time. Make sure you guys take time to do some things alone. ...

We always blast every thing including the car with the leaf blower when we return. It really gets a lot of the playa off before any water comes into the equation.