Happy New Year

So, I am back in the UK, and couldn't be less thrilled about it. My two and a half weeks of vacation were awesome and helped solidify how much I love home. Plus it's like 6 degrees here right now, and I just left 50 degree weather, so that's not helping. And I am somewhat upset that United put me second on the upgrade list and there was only 1 business seat left. I was really hoping the guy ahead of me missed his connection or stubbed his toe so hard that he couldn't walk, but no luck.

As a bonus, upon my arrival I learned that TFL has made a resolution to continue to screw over their customers in 2009 by raising their fares. An off-peak journey on the tube (before 7am and after 7pm) now costs 1.10. That extra 10p better make my travel time more consistent and less delayed. Or at least cleaning the seat cushions once a year.