Prebooked today w AA RTW desk. Agent was very helpful and pleasant. Rec'd email confirmation just now. Not ideal for saving fees or attaining status, but it's a good start! I will will have more questions and comments tomorrow. Thanks again for the encouragement and suggestions!

HND-HKG-ZRH CX
ZRH-LHR AA (BA)
CDG-LHR-SEA BA
SEA-PDX. AS
PDX-DFW-MIA-JFK. AA
JFK-PDX. AS
PDX-LAX-SYD. AA
SYD-SIN. QF
SIN-HND. JL