Traveling Literally

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1. jennismortal
   Posted September 4, 2009 at 4:12 am | Permalink

   First of all, let’s make sure we’re clear on why we should be considering traveling light at all, because it does take some effort in advance, and our time is valuable.The Wall Street Journal recently reported that this summer is projected to be the worst ever for congestion and delays. No checked luggage = one less line at the departure airport.
   Many airlines are now charging $50 and up to check more than one bag. It’s just a matter of time before they start charging for all checked baggage, the same way they charge for drinks. No checked luggage = more money to spend at the destination.It’s no great secret that lost luggage claims are up, too. No checked luggage = no lost luggage.
   After arriving into the DC airport, the escalator heading to ground transportation was stopped. Silly me, with my suitcase and my computer bag ,decided I could handle walking down the stairs, after all I workout! Somehow I missed the last step. So I’m falling but my hands are full with luggage which means I could not grab the hand rail or brace myself against the fall. As my knee hit that hard step I knew I JUST HAD TO GET UP; no way was I going to draw more attention to myself, but I hurt. So, with my nose in the air I bounced up and kept on walking, refusing to look anyone in the eye as if I could put doubt in their minds that what they thought was a tumble really didn’t happen.