Yup...Chicago lost our flight attendants. How do you lose flight attendants?? A gentleman came over the speaker and informed us our flight attendants were MIA (missing in action). Well he didn't really use the words MIA, but the same idea none-the-less. He said management was looking for them. Actually, it was pretty funny--especially the way he worded the announcement. Well, about 10 to 15 minutes later, our flight attendants were found. It probably didn't help that some of the passengers clapped when they walked by us. Our attendants were slightly put out by the whole thing and weren't very friendly. So much for flying the friendly skies. At least it wasn't our pilots that were missing. Whew again!!
Coming soon..."Deep in the Heart of Bobcat (Texas) including pics.
Sunday, September 28, 2008
We're Off! Well almost...
On Monday, September 15, we arrived at the airport with time to spare. Enjoyed a cup of coffee and relaxed a little before boarding for Chicago. We were on the runway when we were told we were on hold due to heavy traffic in Chicago. Then I remembered my dad's old saying "if you've got time to spare go by air". About 45 minutes later, we were off. Had good flight and still arrived on time for our next flight. Whew!!!
Monday, September 22, 2008
After fudge and popcorn for lunch....
we were ready for dinner. We ate at the Mackinac Grill in St. Ignace, a spot Bob and I like to eat at when we are on vacation. Here we are after dinner. Dad and Bob--and Mom, Betty and Norm
...and, yes, their shirts do say "St. Ignace, Michigan a quiet little drinking village with a fishing problem." All the wait staff wear them. And they do have great fish and it is a quiet town, even with a ton of tourists.I love northern Michigan.
Final Destination...
after parading thru downtown St. Ignace, the tractors made their way to the Kewadin Casino where they were on display for the weekend. Lot's of security to keep these tractors safe. Not all tractors could fit in this lot. Some eventually parked on the hill and some had to leave for home.
Here he comes...
looking a little chilly. (The wind coming across the bridge was cold a times). And...it took awhile to cross considering these machines don't move very fast:)
The tractors were lined up with their respective tractor clubs. They were required to carry a tow strap (which some had to use)---couldn't have them stuck on the bridge! Also, minimum speed was 10 miles an hour. So everyone was pretty excited when they finally arrived on the St. Ignace side.
1st Annual Antique Tractor Crossing...
on the Mighty Mac. Here we are waiting for the parade to reach us on the St. Ignace side of the bridge. It was a little chilly.
The first tractor has crossed the bridge. What a site to see. Only about 630 or so to go. How long before Dad (Grandpa) arrives is anyone's guess.
Mackinac City....
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