A few weeks ago Mark learned he would have to be in California for a week, the week just before Valentine's Day. He was thinking about it and thought it would be a good trip to stop over in Utah on the way back to see Jessica (like he had done before her mission). When Marissa heard this, she wanted to go too... and for some reason ... we considered it.
It didn't take much time to think that was a super great idea. It would be super special for everyone. Marissa really misses Jessica and they have a very special relationship. I looked online and booked a flight for her... but now the reality sets in - she will be flying for the first time ALONE!
Preparation: we had to pack up Jessica's winter coat, gloves, hats etc along with Marissa's stuff for skiing and the trip. She is so excited. We used space saver bags to compress everything to fit into a carry-on suitcase.
Marissa's flight is at 6:35 am on Friday, February 13th. She got up super early to get ready - I didn't get up until 10 minutes before we had to go. We were there at 5:30 to go through the line to get me a companion pass to walk her down to the gate. I couldn't believe the long line at security. It's like everyone is traveling on Valentine's weekend. We made it through security and to the gate with no problems.
She figured out the difference between gate B17 and boarding #B27. It's confusing - I'll give her that.
It was hard to walk away but I know she will be fine ... away I left after a long hug and a few "I love yous!!!"
Marissa's flight arrived in Las Vegas at 7:40 (earlier than expected). She now has to wait for Mark to arrive from San Fransisco at 11:00 am. She got herself some food and a Jamba Juice. Unforturnately, she couldn't figure out how to get to Mark's gate (it was in a different terminal) and somehow ended up in Baggage Claim - once there she couldn't get back into the secure area. She was stuck in the unsecure area of the airport for the remainder of the time she had to wait for Mark. Luckily that was only around an hour - it was sad but it all worked out.
Mark found her and together they headed off to the rental car and drove to St. George!
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