02-17-2010
09:55 PM
1 Love
Thank you Kevin
I am wheelchair bound and have gained weight because of it. It isn't easy for me to fly, but I hadn't seen my son for 3 years. I drove 4 hrs so I could take southwest (my x favorite airline). they have always been so kind to me, until my last trip. I arrived at the airport exhausted. I went thru customs, which because of my handicap was harrowing. I boarded the plane, my wheelchair was with the baggage in the belly of the plane and with a sigh of relief I was on my way. All the passengers boarded and one passenger had asked if the plane was full, it was not. It had 12 empty seats. This dude boarded the plane and asked if I had purchased two tickets. I said no. He said it was necessary...I didn't know what to do. Unlike you I was so embarrassed I kept my dignity until I exited the plane and then went to the restroom and cried my eyes out. Went to my van and realized I didn't have my luggage. It went to Boise with all my meds. I didn't get my luggage for a week. I haven't told you the whole story of how I was treated, but I drove home upset all the way. I was a chicken....I didn't make waves and I should have. Thanks for representing all of us. Each person is an individual. I would have made arrangements for another ticket had I known.
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