1:45 p.m. 
At the airport. A very uneventful trip with a driver who talked nonstop. Her name is Pamela and she's Greek -- from Chicago. Right now, sitting in the Red Carpet Club, but really the airport is very quiet. Security was quick -- no line -- but we have so much electronic stuff it took awhile to sort that out. The next 3 legs will be easier that way, I think. Heading over to check on the food. More later.

4:10 p.m.
We're just about to back away from the gate, about 5 minutes early! The plane is only about half full, so the guy who was next to me has already moved across the aisle.