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Booked a Flight

Called the agent Booked a flight Ticket sent me ~ late night flight Packed my belongings Two(!) free bulging bags Public trans to the airport ~ just a buck trav'lin' stag... On board ate a meal Chicken-rice, drink 'n lettuce No debit or charge card ~ the meal was gratis "Sir, have a paper or relax with a book Watch the latest movie ~ Here, have a look..." Time to deplane now Flight's over so soon: Air travel in the '70's ~ Silver Bird ... Silver Spoon!

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Jan Allison

Date: 6/1/2018 5:07:00 PM

I adore Ilene's poems and so glad you too are inspired by her wonderful words. Air travel has changed so so much and the low prices advertised seem tempting until you add on all the extras and then the costs escalate dramatically:-( hugs jan xx

Gershon Wolf
Date: 6/1/2018 5:32:00 PM

Yes, I so enjoy Ilene's poems as well...As for air travel, tell me about it, Sister Jan: My family and I just flew Spirit roundtrip Chicago-New York. What a yuckifying experience, if that makes any sense... Thank you for your visits, for your support and kind words. It's always a special treat to hear from you! :) gw

Michelle Faulkner

Date: 6/1/2018 4:06:00 PM

Yes I too remember when the airlines really took care of you - now it's rush on, rush off, charge extra for every little thing - thanks for reminding us all how service should be!

Gershon Wolf
Date: 6/1/2018 4:41:00 PM

You are very welcome, Michelle! (And thanks to Ilene Bauer for inspiring me, as well). Best wishes, gw