Ok so I may not be a frequent flyer, but I do have to jump on a plane every now and again and there are certainly some pet peeves that I have when flying. Maybe it was the 4:00 am wake up/5:30 am boarding that had me feeling extra sensitive today, but either way, I'm going to share those peeves with you. I hope I can get through with this, I only have about 30 minutes....
So my first observation was noted in my FB status earlier: learn the security guidelines!!! No, you can't take water. No you don't have to unpack your entire carry on suitcase into the gray bin. No, do not send your security pass through the scanner if you want to use it. And please, do not put on your socks, shoes, belts, necklaces, watches, and repack your carry on bag from the gray bin while my tiny little backpack is trying to come off of the belt. No one wants to see you retucking your shirt or your gnarly feet. There are benches in a lower lighted area for you to redress.
So if I am traveling alone, I like to sit on the front row. More rules- lady with the grocery bag sized tote and purse that is the same size, you cannot leave it at your feet and then act like you didn't know you had to store it. There is a sign posted right in front of you! And if you choose a front row aisle seat so you can have more space, don't take mine with your big ole arms laying on me! Now I understand it gets warm on the plane for some people, but not me. I always have a sweater or scarf for cover. Yes even in August. So if you need your air vent, that's fine, but when you get tired of the air blowing on you, turn it off and NOT on me. Do they not se me already covered up and can they not hear my teeth chattering?
Ok, I pride myself in keeping these blogs short so you will keep coming back for quick reads so I'll just share one more thought. Ok maybe two because something funny did happen. I had to stop in Dallas and change planes so we are sitting by the gate but haven't arrived for deplaning yet. Everyone is seated and waiting, just a minute or two. A young, probably college age, guy walks right up to the attendants who are also still seated and buckled and looks at the door and asks them if we are getting off! Ok it was hilarious at 6:30!! I think he was sleepwalking!
So last bit of advice- Austin Yellow Cab, if you have a car that is being used for transportation, in Austin, TX, in August, you might want to ensure that it has an air conditioner aside from the two front windows! So not only am I wearing clown make up, I have a Bozo hairdo to go with it! I'm attaching a pic for proof. Which will provide hours of laughter for my kids! Me and selfies NOT!
This is going to be a great day!
(Comments welcomed.)
Love to ya,
Tori
