Flying, Musings, Travel

In Praise of Small Airports

EVERYONE we dealt with at these airports was friendly. “Please” and “thank you” were the norm, not the exception.

Flying, History, Travel

Never Forget

Flying on this day is a little like flipping the bird to terrorists. I refuse to be afraid to fly ...

Flying, Musings, Travel

Nothing

No briefcase, no backpack. No laptop or tablet. No noise-canceling headphones, not even earbuds. Nothing in my hands, nothing to weigh me down. 

Flying, Travel

37,000 Feet Over Greenland

Never before have I seen a land more barren or more colorless, but in that stark environment, there is incredible beauty.

Flying, Musings

Adventures To Come

I hoped that he would know that through his effort and commitment, the world might become a better and safe place.

Flying, Travel

Honey vs Vinegar

Laughingly I said, “What if you send me back to DC and put me on the direct flight to Phoenix tomorrow morning?” She clicked a couple of times, smiled brightly and said, “Sure, that’s easy! Why would you want to do that?” 

Flying, Gratitude and Joy, Wine/Cocktails

Day 247 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Airport Bartenders

... it got me thinking about how tough it must be for airport bartenders.

Flying, Gratitude and Joy, Travel

Day 241 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Small Airports

... there is something to be said about the joy of traveling through smaller regional airports.

Flying, Gratitude and Joy

Day 142 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Window Seats

... then I spotted the green trees and fields that bordered the Mississippi River as we crossed over Louisiana.

Flying, Gratitude and Joy, Travel

Day 124 – A Year of Gratitude and Joy – Flying is Fun Again

... with the mask mandate being lifted,  perhaps we can come back together as a traveling public, embracing the GOOD that travel brings us.