Those of us of a certain age will remember when flying was a real treat. I am an Army Brat, and when we would fly to and from Europe (to my dad's new duty stations) in the 1960's, people would actually dress up in their "Sunday best" for the flights. I recall the entire experience as being extremely comfortable and polite.
I really don't enjoy flying any more. I would much rather go first class Amtrak, if possible--even though a few years ago they ceased their china service and began using paper and plastic. Hmmm. Maybe they've reverted back. (There was a lot of grumbling...)
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