I've missed this whole event and discussion. I just spent the week on a barrier island off the coast of Georgia without email, internet or television. It was an outstanding vacation.

I want to apologize to all of my FO's. I didn't plan it, but I had to spend the mornings at the breakfast table with a recently retired DAL 777 captain. What an asshat.

I have forgotten what it is to be stuck with no escape from such an arrogant jerk. I would like to think that I am not as big a prick as this individual.

I am glad I have a policy of multiple beers for my FO's on layover. I would commit to retiring early, but I have to pay for the vacation.