My Countdown We officially have five days left until our departure date. It’s exciting and nerve-racking at the same time. I have many things to wrap up such as grading finals, assigning grades and pack before I leave. One of my plans this week is to frequent some of my favorite dining places before I leave. It’s threefold: reduces my stress level, helps me to avoid … [Read more...] about Let the Countdown Begin ….
I was a bit apprehended that Sequestration of 2013 which caused about 20 - 25% of daily flights to be delayed last week (FlightAware.com) would affect our upcoming flight since we have about three weeks until "wheels up." However, outcry from consumers who were forced to endure the long delays resulted in swift action by lawmakers before they flew home for recess. (How … [Read more...] about Sequester Be Gone