Texas Tidbits

We just got back from a somewhat quick trip to southern Texas for a family event. It was a good trip and I learned a few things. For instance:

• Listening to podcasts at 2x speed not only makes a huge dent in my backlog, it also exercises my brain to try to catch every word. 

• Dr. Laura’s laugh at twice the speed would make most dogs a little edgy.

• Arriving a couple hours early for one’s flight gives one a false sense of “I have plenty of time.”

• Relatedly, always stay within earshot of your gate’s agent and his PA system.

• Minimally, tell your husband where you are going to sit if you decide to leave earshot range.

• My dance moves haven’t moved beyond 1989.

• A group of celebratory pilots and their friends can blow through $7000 worth of alcohol in 3 hours.

• It is much more fun being a designated driver when one is also a photographer.

• I actually don’t know how to line dance after all.

• High heels + stairs = really unhappy knees. When did this happen? Is this typical for 43?!?

• Airshows are a lot more fun when you are standing next to a brother who could totally do that with an airplane.

• I can’t seem to visit Texas without developing blisters on my feet, necessitating the purchase of new shoes.

• Walmart’s shoe department sucks.

• There is something called “Snake-proof boots.” Personally, I think all foot wear should be snake proof.

• It is easier on my back to shoot a rifle than a pistol.

• There is a market for camo lingerie.

• I look ridiculous in cowboy boots. The pink felt cowboy hat wasn’t bad, though.

• Almost 21 years later, my in-laws are still a hoot to hang out with. I’m one very lucky gal. But we already knew that.