DAY ONE: ARRIVAL
May 3, 2006

I left for the DFW airport at 3:20  thanks to teammate and good friend Albert Tally who gave up his Tuesday afternoon to take me.

After successfully checking in, I boarded American Airlines flight 050 bound for Gatwick International Airport in London. With the time changing, I attempted to get some sleep but it was tough so I watched Caddyshack and listen to the ipod to try and make the nine hour flight go quicker.

After landing in London, I proceeded to my gate for departure to Doha, Qatar. This flight was quite empty so I took advantage of a center row and slept for a good four of the seven hour flight. 

I am always a little worried on arrival that my bags have not made the trip with me, but, after clearing customs, I made my way to baggage claim and there they were, much to my delight.

As I made my way to the exit I had my fingers crossed that someone would be there to pick me up. Fortunately there was a gentleman holding a sign with my name on it so all was in good shape.