i made it

as every guy knows, you always hope to sit next to some hot chick on a flight. since i had an assigned seat, fate was out of my hands. much to my surprise, my dream came true! after i sat down, this good looking sheila started eyeing the seat next too me. unforunately, my euphoria didn't last. i was in the wrong seat! among many of my other shortcomings, i apparently can't read either. and the person i sat next to, while cool, was no sheila. he was a bloke in fact. and get this, the guy flew from london to new york to san francisco w/ only a small break in NY. (he was on his way to sydney.) the problem is he hasn't showered in days. let's just say the sheila smelled better.
dinner was served shortly after take off. in 3rd class, we had the choice between some synthetic roast beef (pictured) and mac & cheese.
think about how lovely 200 paddies of roast beef smells in a small cabin when sitting next to a bloke who hasn't showered in awhile! there were other smells along the way, but i don't think you want those details.
it took me awhile to get through customs and find my way to my first hostel. today, i'll be getting my bearings and planning what i'll be doing the next few days. as if being in another country isn't enough to throw you off, i'm working on a few hours sleep and limited internet! :)
this other picture is from the decent of my flight. i promise to post better pictures next time!