What, couldn't the X-ray penetrate the small box in the toe of the sock? Methinks if satellite can see the writing on a DIME from SPACE that they could have figured this one out, or been quieter about it.
I'm sorry - it's a charming story in a way, but my first reaction would be tremendous pique.
On the other hand: airport screening? Way more memorable for the story for the grandkids than random beach...
TadMack: I hate to fly because of all the inconsistencies in security and the general treatment of passengers who are not sitting in first class. When I read this story, I thought, "The airlines tried to ruin this person's fun, and they were foiled. Nyah, nyah."
wow, i can only imagine what was going through that guy's head at the time... I hope they got a copy of the airport security tape so they can show their grandkids!
Thanks so much for commenting! Kind words and constructive criticism are most welcome. I zap spam and delete comments of a trollish nature. If you believe I deleted a comment in error, please send me an email. Posts older than 14 days will have comments held until they are approved.
What, couldn't the X-ray penetrate the small box in the toe of the sock? Methinks if satellite can see the writing on a DIME from SPACE that they could have figured this one out, or been quieter about it.
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry - it's a charming story in a way, but my first reaction would be tremendous pique.
On the other hand: airport screening? Way more memorable for the story for the grandkids than random beach...
TadMack: I hate to fly because of all the inconsistencies in security and the general treatment of passengers who are not sitting in first class. When I read this story, I thought, "The airlines tried to ruin this person's fun, and they were foiled. Nyah, nyah."
ReplyDeleteYep, they were foiled! And now the whole world knows this couple's engagement story! How's that for 15 minutes (seconds?) of fame?
ReplyDelete--Kelley (queenkelley.com)
wow, i can only imagine what was going through that guy's head at the time... I hope they got a copy of the airport security tape so they can show their grandkids!
ReplyDelete