I could entitle this blog: "It was a first for me." At the same time, I can honestly admit that I hope never to do it again. It proved to be a three-in-one experience, but I didn't see it coming. It came as a complete surprise.
I think it was Tennessee Ernie Ford that used the expression: "Rode hard and put away wet." The phrase itself derives from equestrianism, where the failure to properly cool down and groom a horse after a hard ride can lead to physical, as well as mental issues.
I can truthfully say that I emerged from my three non-stop flight experiences with a splitting headache. Of course, that could have been triggered by hunger.
When I made my flight reservation, I thought we'd be living in Blanco. Consequently, I made my flight reservation for Washington, D.C. out of the San Antonio International Airport.
When I boarded the plane at 6:30 a.m., I used my single boarding pass. I figured we'd land somewhere before we got to D.C., but I didn't know where. Did it really even matter? At least I didn't have to change planes.
When what seemed like forever eventually rolled around, the plane landed in Orlando, FL. Leaving Orlando for places unknown, I was startled to hear the flight attendant announce that it was a non-stop flight to Cincinnati, OH. And then of course, the next non-stop flight was to DC.
Eight and a half hours later, I disembarked from the plane with the resolve never to take that flight again. I felt rode hard and put away wet.
All My Best!
Don
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