10 September 2024 -Airport Day!

I can't believe my departure date has finally arrived. It seemed like it took forever to get here. I'm sitting in the Guadalajara Airport - got another hour and a half before my flight to Dallas, Texas. From there, I fly to Madrid and then on to Barcelona.  

Unfortunately, I'm guessing that I only slept 2 hours last night, so I'm already exhausted. The airport p.a. system is super loud and annoying.  No way to catch a few zzz's. Not to mention the fixed armrests on the seating that keep people from stretching out.

I'm sure my itinerary may sound complicated,  but it's probably the easiest schedule I had in a long time. I think it's less than 13 hours of flight time. I should be in Barcelona by 17:30 on the 11th.

So, I got busted at security for having my poles collapsed inside my backpack.  Had to break out the fractured knee cap x-ray and tell them that they were a walking aid. They let me through, under the condition that I take them out of my bag and actually use them in the airport. No problem.  I like walking with them.

This is at least the 30th time I've flown with these poles and only the 2nd time I've had a problem.  The other time was in Bilbao around 8 years ago and they made me check my bag. I know I have to pass through customs a couple more times, but I'm hoping I won't have to pass through security again. 🤞

Unbelievable... I'm already in my seat. We don't leave for another 40 minutes. Now, if I can just nod off for a bit...

Landed at DFW 33 minutes early. That's a first. Had to pass security, but they were cooler. Can't wait for Madrid.