PSA

So I’m getting the last minute details together before I fly away for 3 months……last minutes details? Who am I kidding? I haven’t even started packing yet…….but I have downloaded a ridiculous amount of music onto my ipod…..

Anyway….i came across some pretty important information that I think the average person should know…..(in addition to the above-average people like yourself, of course):

According to the Transportation Security Administration, part of the US Department of Homeland Security, certain surprising items are not allowed in one’s carry-on baggage when flying……for the progression of items to be fully appreciated, I suggest you check out the website and read them in order before continuing…….

Admittedly, it is nice to know that I can now carry-on makeup, shampoo and other liquids, gels and aerosols (provided they are less than 3 fluid ounces). On the other hand, as I moved down the lists from “make-up & personal items” to “electronic devices” to “sharp objects”, the progression of less-desirable carry-on items was apparent. I mean, how stupid are we getting? Does it really need to be specified that firearms should not be in carry-on luggage? Let alone, does it require an entire subsection describing the particulars of what would be considered a firearm? Do we need to be told explicitly not to bring our brass knuckles, nunchukus, throwing stars and swords on the plane? I mean, I can see how there may be some differences in opinion when it came to meat cleavers, hand grenades and plastic explosives….come on! But the strangest is that the list finished with “food and drink”. The items we would consume. Whereas screwdrivers and tools less than seven inches in length are allowed in carry-on luggage, “Beverages brought from home or purchased before reaching the security checkpoint in containers LARGER than 3 oz.” are not allowed. I recognize the importance of security. But am I the only one who sees the lunacy created when common sense is thrown out the window for doctrine?

Now back to our regularly scheduled programming…..let’s pack!