Archive for October, 2007
Airport Survival Guide
Tips for Navigating the Not-so-Friendly Skies,
Courtesy of a Business Traveler
“Getting There Is Half The Fun.”
– Cunard White Star Lines
I’m sure you’ve heard that statement a million times. In a post-9/11 world, getting there isn’t fun anymore when it involves an airport. The constantly evolving list of security requirements is enough to make anyone’s head spin. [...]
Social InSecurity
I had considered writing something for Blog Action Day, but I just couldn’t bring myself to write on environmental topics considering the very important meaning of today’s date. October 15, 2007. The very first baby boomer, today became the first one to apply for Social Security retirement benefits. Her name is Kathleen [...]
Required Reading
If you have a few minutes, you absolutely must read this essay by Michael Crichton. It’s an excerpt from one of his later books, State of Fear. You’ll see the name Margret Sanger pop up. In case you don’t remember, Margret Sanger was the founder of Planned Parenthood. Knowing that she [...]
No Flying for YOU!
I had an early flight home from Orlando this morning. When I got to the Southwest counter, there was no line which was a cool thing. I stepped up to a kiosk, and a guy about my age and with no baggage stepped up to the one next to me. I checked [...]
Williamsburg Photos
Better late than never, I suppose. Here are some of my favorite pictures from our weekend trip to Williamsburg. You can see the rest here.
