The amazing adventures of a blond business traveller in Asia

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So the journey begins. This is definitely not my first trip to China, and certainly not the longest, but it is the first time I've been away for more than 3 weeks in over 6 years. Plus I'm married now, which makes a difference.

Husband left the airport hotel for work around 6:30. Blah. Not fun, but it is "only" 63 days before I see him again so the sooner he left, the sooner I could start waiting for our reunion.

A single friend said this morning "I can't wait to feel that pain". Hmmm. Good point, I'll stop complaining. I may be away, but I am still loved, which is nice. Back in the day when I was a single traveller it was "easier" I guess, but it sucks to know that there is no one that misses you. At least this time I have that.

Got to the airport pretty early, found sitting in the hotel boring, and since I was ready, I decided to leave. Got the pleasant surprise that my upgrade request went through, so I should be able to sleep well on the plane! Yippee! Lounge breakfast, and a few cups of coffee, the last of which I spilled on my shirt, so that will make the next 18 hours just wonderful. I do seem to have an issue with spilling red wine and coffee. Perhaps I should regress to sippy-cups. Several friends have kids, so I know where I can get them.

Boarding starts shortly, and at this point I am always glad when I get to scoot to the front of the line. These Shanghai flights are always a battle for finding overhead compartment space!

Next stop, Shanghai (in 14+ hours).

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Photos

Big Bird
"leaving on a jet plane..."