Thanks for the words of caution about the seat maps!

I intentionally booked weekend flights hoping to avoid business travel. FC frequently goes unsold on the shuttle hops so I've got a little hope for an upgrade on the flights to get from WNY to LGA. And I intentionally routed through LGA instead of ATL to hopefully improve my chances there. I've been lurking on FT for a while and I tried to pick flights that gave me a little better shot. I know it's still a long shot, but it's a numbers game.

It's also my flights to/from FL for vacation, so regardless of whether we get upgraded I know it's going to be a pleasant trip and a fun way to start of the Christmas/Winter holiday season.