SMALL TOWN GIRL FLYS TO BIG CITY

I was so excited about going to Milwaukee, WI for the week of September 14th - 19th for two training classes. Then as the time came I became more and more nervous and of course I had nothing to wear. Five days of classes at the Home Office meant I needed five business outfits. Let's just say that Chuck was relieved when the time came for me to leave just so he didn't have to go out shopping with me anymore.

Then came the packing and trying to travel light while flying but being new at this I seemed to have a ton of clothes, stuff, etc. However, I did get everything into my bag and decided I would carry my laptop on the plane.

Chuck took me to the airport around 10:30 so I could get my ticket, get my luggage checked etc. and then waited with me until about 11:15. Then off through security I went. Didn't know that I needed to unpack the laptop until the last minute so I was totally slow.

While waiting for my flight I met a nice lady and we started talking. Everything was going along fine until we are told that we will be delayed a bit due to a squeak in the plane door at which time my nice lady begins to talk about 911. Okay now, I don't fly often and this is my first time alone so come on and let's talk about something else. The plane is finally fixed and we are on our way.

Now I'm in Detroit and WHOA what an airport! I'm starving by this time and not sure of the layout, I stop at the first place (MCDonalds). I cramp down my late lunch and then proceed to the other end of the airport. Saw signs for the tram but never could figure out how to get on it so I walked and walked and walked. Well of course when I get to my gate, wouldn't you know it but there is a ton of restaurants right there. Oh well, next time I'll know.

Anyways, a couple of hours later I board and off to Milwaukee. Took the shuttle to the hotel and got checked in about 6:30 --- what a LONG day!!!