Some of my additions to the list were things that Ronnie wasn't familiar with. "We're all going to the same place," for instance. This is what novice fliers in group five say when they get caught trying to board with group two. Sure, we're all headed to St. Louis. The difference is that some people {me} are going to find room in the overhead bins and others {you} are not.
In David Sedaris's book "Calypso," he reflects on the challenges and misunderstandings faced by novice travelers. He highlights a particular saying among less experienced passengers who attempt to board flights early, emphasizing that while everyone may be heading to the same destination, the dynamics of boarding can create tension. The differences in boarding groups represent a hierarchy that novice travelers often overlook.
Through this anecdote, Sedaris illustrates the absurdity of air...