Watch the news tomorrow afternoon, because we're going to try to get through airport security with scissors, wire cutters, 48 ounces of liquid in a cooler, another zillion ounces of a variety of liquidy squishy things in the med bag, 7 carry-ons, and at least one oxygen tank.
Right now, some unfortunate person is kicking back with a Coors, watching TV and never imagining what they will encounter in their role as TSA bag-checker-outer tomorrow morning. My husband, Ike, the laden-down stroller, my dad, an airline agent and I will all be parading toward this unsuspecting person in the morning with the Wicked Witch of the West music playing in the background (or maybe just in my head).
And can you imagine if we have to wait in a long line? I can totally see the slow-motion look of sheer "OH SHIT" on the face of the hapless business man who gets stuck behind us. "Sorry for taking 40 minutes to get through security, Business Dude! Must be karma for complaining about the baby on the last flight you were on!"
As it stands, I think we're as prepared as we can be. We have letters of medical necessity for everything we need that otherwise breaks the rules. We're all packed. I have my Judy Garland trail mix* at the ready. And I am preparing a litany of Trachs on a Plane jokes.
All systems are a go. Here's hoping the launch isn't scrubbed and/or doesn't end up in a fiery crater in the middle of America's Heartland.
* Thanks to Nancy W. Kappes, Paralegal, via The Bloggess, for this handy and hilarious turn of phrase. As of now, my Judy Garland Trail Mix consists of Propranolol, Target-flavored Xanax, B12, Imodium, and my very last, highly coveted, Zofran tablet. Mama's ready!
It sounds like all systems go! I'll be waiting to hear that you and all your gear make it up there!
Posted by: Jennifer | August 01, 2009 at 10:09 PM
Wow, that trail mix is awesome.
We are wishing you well tomorrow and through the week. Can't wait to see the kids and keep them busy and distracted!
Here's hoping the airport is the worst part, and the testing is a cinch.
Posted by: Julie | August 02, 2009 at 12:33 AM
Best of luck on the trip and with the fancy doctor appointment(s).
The Bloggess + Nancy W. Kappes (Paralegal) = fabulosity
Posted by: Kara | August 02, 2009 at 07:50 AM
trachs on a plane = coffee out of nose onto keyboard
best of luck! all will be well.
Posted by: irene of the north | August 02, 2009 at 09:23 AM
judy garland trail mix ftw! and i could picture the path through the airport, the wind blowing by with the Wicked WOTW tune blasting. awesome.
and that business guy was so asking for it.
fingers crossed and hugs all around.
Posted by: leel | August 03, 2009 at 03:54 PM
LOVE Nancy W. Kappes (Paralegal) and her trail mix was the highlight of my week when it was documented.
I'm just catching up with your journey and sending you guys lots of love!
Posted by: reen | August 07, 2009 at 02:03 PM
Marzipan cookies sound absolutely delightful! I could not tell from your post if you were currently pregnant or getting ready to have your baby-Either way, CONGRATULATIONS.
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