Flight Delays

Nothing's ever certain 
When relying on a flight.
You may confront delays for which
You're powerless to fight.

A little snow or fog or else
Mechanical concerns
Might get you where you're going late -
Departures or returns.

It's futile making solid plans -
They're bound to disappoint 
And when they do, just try your best
To not get out of joint.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Mcleod Avatar
January 17, 2020 at 8:43 AM
Hi Ilene. No way in heck I'd fly today. I'd have to be picking up a lottery win before I flew. I wouldn't be surprised if strip searches come to the airlines now days. I'd feel like Joan Of Arc entering the church for one on a plane now days. Too many things scare me now days with planes. I'm sure if I threw up on one God forbid, I'd be kicked off the plane as a potential virus threat. And that after having their peanuts. LOL Stay nuts Ilene. LOL Trevor
Leffanta Avatar
December 13, 2019 at 2:21 PM
One of the advantages of being a senior is that it is less likely your world will crumble from a late, cancelled, or flight-in-progress return. Aloha! Rico
Green Avatar
December 11, 2019 at 4:34 PM
It is very hard to deal with these delays at times but there really is nothing you can do so better to just grin and bear it. Nicely done Ilene.
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