So I was somewhat surprised that I didn't get a First Class upgrade on either of my flights today. Not that I'm guaranteed an upgrade, or anything; but usually I get them on about two out of three flights since attaining NWA Gold status. Oh, well...

Then I get to the airport in Seattle, and I notice that it's really, really crowded. And slowly it dawns on me...

What has been the big topic on the radio here in Seattle all week? The Superbowl.

Why has it been the big topic? Because Seattle is playing in it.

When is it? This weekend.

Why was it the big topic on the radio all last week in Michigan? Because it's in Detroit this year.

What's the big airline with hubs in Seattle, Minneapolis (where I'm stopping), and Detroit? NWA.

Am I going to have incredibly crowded flights and airports all day? Yep.

Do most of these people have any clue at all how to make the security and check in procedures go smoothly and efficiently? Nope, none at all.

Is my day going to be nothing but hassle? Probably...