Had a long day here:
Enjoyed this:
And now this:
Back tonight with all the details!
PS. I got permission to go to the funeral but flights are over $1000…it’s not looking good 🙁
PSS. KERF was just crashing – bad!
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Freya @ Brit Chick Runs says
I’m glad they’re giving you time off to go to the funeral, even if it will cost a bomb…(maybe you could sell Matt? :p)
Sounds like you’re having a busy day anyway.,,,I hope it’s going well!
Annie says
Have you asked about a “bereavement fare?” If you call the airline and talk to someone and explain why you need the ticket in a rush, they will generally cut you a break. You will probably have to give some details about your grandmother and the funeral parlor. I did this a few years ago on Delta. The flight was still more than if I’d booked a month out, but it wasn’t $1000.
Kath says
I called: “Sorry for your loss. We can offer you a flight at $1050.”
Heather (Heather's Dish) says
that’s good that you can get some time off…i’ll be praying that you get to go! hope your evening is amazing and you take some time for yourself 🙂
Jil @ Peace, Love & Munchies says
Aww, I’m glad they gave you the time off – but I cannot believe that flights are that expensive…that’s unbelievable. I hope something can be figured out.
lynn (The Actors Diet) says
airline prices are unbelievable – that’s how much it costs to go to barcelona in december!!!
Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) says
I am glad they gave you the time off. Last minute flights are so expensive. I hope you find one a little cheaper! I would say crashing now is well deserved from the whirlwind of emotions you have had the past 24 hours! I hope you have a relaxing evening!
Camille says
I hope you’re able to make it out for the funeral. Good luck Kath!
Amy says
Keeping you in my thoughts Kath. So very sorry to hear about your Gramma.
Kate says
I’m in a similar boat. My Grandpa is very ill but to visit him before he dies, its $350 for the flight plus another $250 for hotel (and I’m only staying two days!).
Two years ago I was able to fly from Juneau, AK to Detroit Mi flying part way on either Delta or American Airlines and they were able to cut a huge chunk from the fair (when my Grandma died). Could you check another airline?
Heather @ Health, Happiness, and Hope says
Whoah, that lunch looks AMAZING!!! And “Whoah” also to those insane flight costs! Hope you can work something out.
Erin (Travel, Eat, Repeat) says
Hope you can take a break from it all tonight and relax!
sarah (the SHU box) says
just catching up . . . i’m so sorry about your grandmother!! thinking of you!
Sarah (OC2Seattle) says
So sorry about your Grandma. Can you knock off some of the airline cost with miles (some programs offer pay 50%, lieage 50% deals)? Do you have family members with large mileage accounts that may give you a mileage ticket? Have you tried kayak.com to find the lowest fares? Sometimes they drop the day before – I’m keeping my fingers crossed for you.
Jenny says
Enjoy your Friday night, lady! You deserve it!
marie says
I know its probably over 10 hours, but how about driving? Depending on how much time off you get it could be a cheaper option…
marie says
or taking the train
Jenn (Jenn's Menu and Lifestyle Blog) says
Ouch, $1000!! That’s insane. 🙁
That sandwich looks good. Love the bread.
Jenn
Lauren says
Hey Kath! I’m just a random reader, but I’m a HUGE fan of your site!!
I’m so sorry to hear about your loss 🙁 and your flight dilemma. I’m not sure how far you are trying to go from Philadelphia, but flights there are around $300 (I have a friend in Charlotte and have been trying to visit her forever!!). I don’t think renting a car is too terrible, either.
I hope this helps!!
She-Fit says
I really hope that you will be able to find a cheaper flight. I will be praying that you do!!!!
Mastering Public Health says
Pretty day. Hope you manage to make it to the funeral… perhaps a bus?
Jenna says
Can’t wait for the details of todayyy 🙂
Simply Life says
hope you have a relaxing night…
Hannah says
Shall keep crossing my fingers that you find a cheap airflight then… I really hope this all works out for you!
Wei-Wei says
$1000?! That’s ridiculous… Some people are just not accommodating of human emotions. Jeez. I hope all this works out, though… 🙁 I’m praying for you and your family!
Wei-Wei