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(1) The flight out here wasn’t bad. I was able to use my frequent flyer miles to upgrade my ticket from coach to 1st class (or “Envoy Class” as US Airways calls it). Well worth spending the miles – it was an eight+ hour trip and having the extra room to spread out and stretch was nice. Instead of watching movies, sleeping, or reading, I spent most of the flight talking with a German businessmen who spoke excellent English. He was extremely well traveled in the US – had been to 45 of the states. We also talked about the war in Iraq and he thanked me for my contribution. I thanked him for the German hospitality I’d experienced, as well as sung high praises for German beer and coffee (and the Autobahn, train system, cafes, etc.).<\/p>\n
(2) Picking up the Tundra was relatively easy. It’s exactly what I wanted – plenty of space inside the cab… the back seat is pretty roomy. It’s got a bazillion bells and whistles… some stuff that I don’t need but I guess I’ll live with (sun roof, seat warmers, approximately 8 cup holders throughout the cab). USAA should have the check to the dealership tomorrow (Friday), I have to go sign it and then I should be good to go. The truck drives very well – smooth like my Dad’s ol’ Buick.<\/p>\n
(3) If everything is on schedule I should be rolling out Saturday morning for the Road Trip. I think my first stop will be Cape May… although I’m still trying to find a place to stay.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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