Surrounded by Cacti
Seriously, I cannot move left or right for fear of a prick from a cactus plant. This is my first trip to Tucson and I have to tell you it's a lot like Phoenix, except it's smaller, and has no large buildings. I am staying at a resort on the edge of town and I swear I am hearing coyotes or something howl in the distance. A sign on my screen door says "For you own protection from desert animals, please keep screen door closed at all times." I wondering what animal is going to make it to the third floor, but I don't want to find out. Actually, I've had a lifelong phobia of scorpions and I don't want to encounter one of those at any cost.
Random travel thoughts:
Was in the Houston airport today. I've spent some time in Houston before. I looked for signs of obesity since they are "The fattest city in America". The people really didn't look any different than they are in the 13th fattest city in America--Indianapolis.
Do you really need to recline your airplane seat on a 2 hour flight? I am almost 6'2" and I cannot afford first class. My knees requested that I ask the citizens of the world to think before they recline.
Americans really need to learn the fine art of forming a proper queue.
No one should eat the sausage egg breakfast sandwich from Subway.
Random travel thoughts:
Was in the Houston airport today. I've spent some time in Houston before. I looked for signs of obesity since they are "The fattest city in America". The people really didn't look any different than they are in the 13th fattest city in America--Indianapolis.
Do you really need to recline your airplane seat on a 2 hour flight? I am almost 6'2" and I cannot afford first class. My knees requested that I ask the citizens of the world to think before they recline.
Americans really need to learn the fine art of forming a proper queue.
No one should eat the sausage egg breakfast sandwich from Subway.
posted by torporindy at 5/31/2005
3 Comments:
(thinks of animals that might reach the third floor and shudders)
The Houston airport may not be the largest in the US, but it sure feels like it.
I say "NO", you do not need to recline your seat on a 2 hour flight. It is also not appropriate to allow your small children to stand on the seat, turn around and stare at the person sitting behind them.
I think airports in general are a big pain, and that was before all the added security measures. Since then, it is almost unbearable. I'd rather drive - even though it takes longer (although not much when you take into account connections and delays).
While we're on the subject of travel etiquette, let's talk about driving. I noticed on my trip to Philly recently that a lot of people don't realize that the far left lane is a passing lane. Move or get over, I say. I think some people just don't think.
I know how you feel about Houston. I was stranded there on return from Mexico and had to spend the night there. I hate that town!
I agree with you, rainchic about airports. It's almost not worth it anymore unless it's more than an 8 hour drive. Also, about the children, I am sure when I return I'll have more airport etiquette suggestions.
As for driving etiquette, we call those people LLBs (left lane bastards!)
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