To the OP, please note you are never allowed to be frustrated in the FT forums. From subtle lines of sarcasm to just outright scolding, the good members of this forum will put you in your place.

as for me, i think having a couple kids take 1st class seats kind of sucks and i can imagine it was frustrating for you to have to bypass the opportunity to get it for yourself. i'm sure you're over it and were just sharing the story for the sake of the moment you were in. i liked the post.