it certainly felt good to get a new ticket. after i picked up my new ticket, i went back to thoroughly thank the guy across the reception. i offered him some smokes or even a bottle of whatever from DFS downstairs but he said all he's doing is his job. can you believe that? i'll be going through in 2 weeks and will make a point to stop by with a gift.

i wasn't feeling too well before the flight so flying in J really made a huge difference. managed to catch 5hrs of shut eye, even on the sleeperette... alas, no full flat on this config.