Avek I dont think they are binding the rules too much on this ticket as it always stated that changes were permissible with a $200 change fee which is what I will end up paying. Do you work for CO BTW?

Channa I saw those 3T class seats open but for some reason when I call the elite desk they do not seem able to book them. They "dissapear" when through faring them via IAH for some reason.

JJglaze your story is providing some humor here in a boring airport hotel. At least you were young and inventive. I do think there is some difference between sleeping past the alarm clock that went dead and missing the flight because Al Quaida is bombing the hell out of your city
Your idea of saving the receipts and evidence plus Turkish airline tickets to prove this even is interesting. Who could I write to once I get home? As a 12+ Plat member I have had no luck with that We Care desk. ANy addresses guys?

Thanks for at least making this a learning experience all!