As I arrived in Calgary I foolishly assumed that they would fuel the plane, stock the cookies and once the fog was clear, we would be on our way. I was wrong.
I had been corresponding with a couple people, one of which was supposed to pick me up at 10:47 a.m. They had said that the fog had lifted and it looked all clear. The airline clearly had other plans for us. Once off the plane, we all lined up like cattle to receive the new boarding passes that were issued and ready for us. When it was my turn I told the lady my name and she happily handed me my new boarding pass for my next flight. At 6:35 p.m. Not thrilled. That’s 4 hours away. In a kind gesture they attached a 15$ food voucher for the food court. Alcohol not included. I made sure to inquire about my luggage and that I was not supposed to pick it up myself. She assured me they would take care of it.
As I sorted myself out I have my Nicole a call to fill her in and say a quick Hi to the kids. My phone was at 46% when I got off the plane. As we were talking, my phone died. Don’t worry everyone. I’m one step ahead of such first world problem. I packed a charging cable. In my suitcase. Which is who knows where. So, before stuffing my face full of some much needed food, I had a mission. To find the cheapest charging cable In Cowtown.
Now I don’t usually get hangry. No, no typo. You know what I mean. So hungry that you start to get angry. But, I am tired. Far away from somewhere that I am supposed to be. With a phone I can’t use to talk to my fam or make other arrangements to get picked up and taken to my accommodations. So I bought the next charger I could find. So here I am. 60$ later. Surrounded by other lifeless phone owners. All huddled around the charging station. Thankfully my cable is longer than their cables. I don’t have to sit on anyone’s lap to charge.
If you’re wondering – Like a true Canadian.. I got Timmies with my 15$ food voucher. And an extra doughnut on the side to boot!
I’m grumpy so I’m not giving you an option. The moral here is, “when stuck at an airport, eat good food and do some serious people watching”.
Oh, it’s snowing.
Peace out.
Bloggy McBlogface 
I just LOVE your writing! I’m addicted to your blog already, ha ha ha. I feel your pain about the charger. I too had to buy something last minute at the airport, and it practically ATE my wallet. Yikes. Glad you enjoyed Timmies, you are definitely a true Canadian. Still praying for you – that all will go well! Looking forward to your second landing story. Keep writing, you’re already a pro!
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😀 I hope you’re past the grumps and having a good time up there!
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