The day is upon us, the cases are packed and we are all ready to go! ๐
There were no arguments this year about the weight of the cases, they came in well under our allowance. That’s got to be a first! Considering that we will be experiencing hot temperatures first of all in Las Vegas and Moab and then winter ones when we reach the Tetons in Wyoming, it’s a miracle. Note: When we re-weighed them just to make sure they had increased in weight! ๐ฑHow on earth is that possible!?
We are actually allowed to check-in six cases but we won’t be doing that. We have one large case each plus our carry-ons. Can you imagine Simon’s face if I presented him with six cases! ๐๐ฑ๐งณ
First stop is the Virgin Upper Class lounge to partake of food and beverages and then board the plane for more food and beverages.
The drive to Heathrow was a little slower than anticipated due to a coach having broken down in the second lane on the M25. Still, it didn’t delay us too much.
When I went to check-in on-line last night a message appeared saying it was not possible for me to do that, but not to worry as it could mean I’d been chosen for extra checks!! What! Did that mean I may not be able to fly?๐ฑ
When we arrived at the Upper Class check-in, a lovely lady called Dee welcomed us and couldn’t understand what the problem was as I had already completed all the necessary paperwork. ๐คทโโ๏ธ
She didn’t even comment on my black eye! For those who wouldn’t know, I had a fight with the corner of an oven door! ๐It’s turning a nice shade of yellow now. Luckily, with my glasses on you can’t really see it. ๐ถ๏ธ
We’ve eaten lunch in the lounge accompanied with the odd glass or two or champers ๐ฅ๐พand now await our boarding call which should be about 3.40 ready to take off at 4.30. ๐คโ๏ธ
Next stop Las Vegas!
Have a lovely time. Will look forward to the updates as you travel around. Looking good both of you. Hilary (King) x
Hi Hilary, thank you. Hope you’re enjoying retirement! x
Safe travels, Sandra and Simon โ๏ธxx
Thank you. Not long until your next trip! xx
Just wanted to let you know that Eddie celebrated his 75th birthday, 2 years after the heart attack – he’s doing great !!!
Hi Jan, that’s great news. I’m sorry that in all the excitement of our holiday I didn’t send him good wishes. ๐xx
Have a great time! You know you both deserve this SO much. Have a great time! M & M xxxx
Thanks M&M. xx
Bon voyage Sandra and Simon! Know that I am with you spirit! Dot xx
Hi Dot, thank you. xx
Have a great time. And youโll be away when Saints are finally relegated ๐ฅ
Take care and donโt wear your wife beater T shirt, only draws attention to sands eye – Bill
Thanks Bill. Yes, we’ll drown our sorrows with a drink or two. Hope all’s well with you. x
Safe journey and looking forward to the stories of your trip. I see Simon was into his first burger of the holiday ๐๐ฅ
Thanks Ann. Yes, but at least it was a chicken burger. ๐Have a good time in Liverpool. xx
You didnโt tell me about the eye saga! Best way to start a holiday I think with a couple of glasses of something special ๐ฅ
Hi, you didn’t say who you were! I agree, a couple of glasses always goes down well.