Saturday, August 5th, 2006...7:43 pm
Looks a Bit Like Rain
A measly 3hr 45min flight to St. Thomas today felt like childs-play compared to trips I’ve made to Asia. Again, I find myself spoiled by the asian airlines and less amused by the inefficiencies of U.S. airlines and airports.
While I’m on airlines, I’d like to add another airplane design flaw that I skipped over in the last design and user experience post. The bathroom sinks! Why is it that I could fit my entire head (yes, it’s shaped like a watermelon) in the sink if I wanted, but the spout is so short that I can only get my index finger wet? So, I do a contortionist maneuver to twist one hand so all of it gets wet while using the other to hold the lever to force water out. During this process I’m sliding my hand all over the back of the sink - probably just like the last person in there… if they actually washed their hands.
Ok… just one more and I’ll stop ranting. How about them there seats? I’d like the company who made the airplane seats to know that my back arches towards my bellybutton. I’m not sure how they overlooked this one but the seats are arched completely the wrong way adding more discomfort to the current sardine state.
Although, I’m venting and making this sound like a “poor me” story, life is absolutely wonderful and I’m always grateful for what I have and get to do. It has rained on and off today probably due to the tropical storm that went through a couple days ago. I took a nap by the pool and enjoyed some sun before heading inside to work. This island is a little over 31 square miles and the view’s spectacular from the room. I got a little freaked out by the 15 iguanas staring at me as I walked down to the pier but they’re normal around here.
Hope to see some more sunshine but looks a bit like rain for the next few days.
6 Comments
August 5th, 2006 at 9:27 pm
I came across your blog while browsing through Technorati today (for some reason, it showed up in the “business” tags). I’m really jealous that you’re able to travel so much! I’ve always wanted to go on an around-the-world trip (Phineas Fogg was a childhood hero!), and I definitely enjoy reading about other travelers’ adventures.
August 5th, 2006 at 10:12 pm
Yeah, I don’t quite have my tagging and categorization down yet. I think that will be step 2 after I add all of my old posts that go back to 2003. Definitely travel around-the-world if you have the chance!
August 7th, 2006 at 8:46 am
I’ve flown on Singapore Airlines before and was spoiled. Ben and Jerry’s Chunky Monkey for dessert? Gotta love it.
August 7th, 2006 at 3:06 pm
I’ve had great experiences on Singapore Airlines. I’m looking to forward to my next trip with them in October.
August 12th, 2006 at 4:45 pm
John… As a world traveler, are you getting spoiled by the lure of other countries? I would. 3 of my friends have travel abroad and stayed put. Jealous, yes. My personality would go crazy if I were on those flights to Asia all the time. But hey I would open myself up to thatt opportunity before I say I would never do that.
August 14th, 2006 at 4:57 am
I really am spoiled by visiting all of these countries. It also puts things in a different perspective once I get home. The problems people gripe about seem so miniscule.
The destinations always make it worth the crazy travel.