On The Road Again

Well, as the title indicates, I'm on the road again. Currently sitting in the airport in Ft. Meyers, getting ready to head back to the good old Steel City. While starting this trip, I realized a few things I've either forgot or simply over looked.

Why are there coffee and food shops right before you get into the security checkpoint? Everyone knows that there are tons of shops with the same things after security, and you can enjoy them while sitting at the gate. Well, I was that idiot this morning who bought a cup of coffee, then when checking out of the newsstand, I realized that hmmmm, I was holding an open, unsealed liquid. Enter Homer Simpson-like "D'oh!" with head smack.

Also, why would you not take everything (including your cell phones) out of your pockets when going through security. It's 2011 people! It's not like security hasn't been this way for the past decade or anything. And for those who haven't traveled in that period of time? Plan a trip and expand your world a little. Travel isn't rocket science, just pack your bag/s, make sure you don't bring on your extra-large hair gel in your carry-on, and if you won't need it on the flight, pack it in the bag you're checking.

Just be conscious of other travelers and make sure you have some idea of what you're doing in an airport.

- Mike

The View from the Passenger Seat - Better Late than never

NOTE: I began this post back in the end of February/beginning of March, and never finished/Posted it. Thought it might be time.

Our adventure began Saturday at about 12:30PM.

After loading up the "War Machine," my buddy Brad and began our journey south. Armed with plenty of music, gatorade, and two boxes of cigars, brad put the peddle to the floor and we were off.

We worked our way down to Virginia, making a few pit stops along the way.

We took Saturday night "easy," spending the night at Brad's Aunt and Uncle's, Taking down some awesome Lasagna, stogies, and a few adult beverages.

After a dip in the hot tub, we hit the hay, for a quick 4 hour nap. 5 AM comes sooner than you might think.

After a few hours on the road, the Sun started to come up right outside of Charlotte, Current home of our buddy Jordan, and hometown our good friend Scott.

20 Hours on the road and 1120 miles later, The War Machine has arrived in Palm Beach.