We were supposed to be out of Manila by now but our plane had mechanical issues and we weren't even able to board the airplane. No one likes to hear that their flight has been canceled, and international flight cancellations are especially frustrating. When the announcement went out across the loudspeaker, a unified grown of displeasure was heard amongst all in Gate 11.
One man even yelled "that's not fair"! To which the flight attendant calmly replied "I am sorry sir" and the man again yelled loudly, "No that's not fair". He then went on to advise them that they should get another plane, but they informed him that they had all ready thought of that.
These people that get so irate forget how childish they come across. No one likes canceled flights, changes in plans, and prolonged uncomfortable waiting. Life is like that sometimes though, isn't it. When they don't accept the inevitable they only make a mockery of themselves.
I felt really bad for the poor flight attendants that had to deal with this man, as well as the hundreds of other hot headed people. It was easy to see that though they were stressed they were doing the best they could.
Because of the delay they sent us to a hotel in a high rise in downtown Manila. We are on the 21st floor, and are reveling in our unaccustomed luxury. And we thought we were spoiling ourselves last week. Not all situations have good in them, but it must be remembered that not all situations are all bad. We are enjoying fine dining, and comfort of a high class hotel. A situation only has to be as bleak as we choose to paint it.
We do however feel a little awkward eating and dining in a 4 star hotel in our raggy clothes. Because we slept in the airport the night before, all we were wearing was sweat pants and hoodies. Very out of place in an environment were we are being serenaded by the piano as we eat our food and served water by uniformed waiters.
In any case, we are thankful to have good food in our bellies and a hot shower and bed to enjoy. We hope we can come home soon, but if we have to get a delay or cancel, this is the way to do it. And we're thankful that we didn't get on board a plane that could have been dangerous!
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Don't you DARE get into a plan crash and not make it home! That would crush me! The guy who started Quality Smith, the company I used to work for was in a plane crash yesterday and broke his neck, and my step cousin just died in a plane crash last week. And my Grandma is in the hospital because she had a stroke.
Glad you guys are safe so far. I hope the delays don't keep me from seeing you. I'll pray your safe.
Love you two!
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