How airport security changes your mood when traveling

By Sarah Menkedick On May 6, 2010 · 14 Comments

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Feature Photo: Mike LichtPhoto: Penelope Jolicoeur

This drawing by French illustrator Pénélope Jolicoeur says it all.

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Matador Contributing Editor Sarah Menkedick has traveled, lived, and taught on five continents, and is constantly in pursuit of spicy food, dark beer, and new places to run. She is an MFA student at the University of Pittsburgh.

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http://www.expatheather.com Heather

There’s no use trying to look cute when going through airport security because you will end up like the second picture no matter what! I just try to wear whatever is easiest – slip on shoes, no belt, no jacket….
http://www.DogsEyeViewMedia.com Nola Lee Kelsey

If Erma Bombeck were alive today her next book would be called, “When You Look Like You Do After Airport Security – It’s Time to Go Home”
Emma

I’m pretty sure that’s me.
http://alainarose.wordpress.com Alaina

Ha! I love her mismatched socks in the second picture.
http://evaholland.com Eva

Oh, yes, I’ve been there. And that’s a picture of my before/after mental state, too, not just my appearance. Something about the process always seems to kill my day.
http://www.wildflowerhikesmontana.com Carolyn

The next time I have to fly anywhere, I’m just going to get out of bed, and go the airport in my pajamas – no makeup, not fuss with my hair, wear pajamas and slippers.
The only reason I would brush my teeth is so I don’t have bad breath for other travelers. Maybe I’ll slap on some lip gloss.
I understand the need for security, just feel slimed when I get through.
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http://www.nehasweb.com neha

Haha …she isn’t scowling enough though!
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Matt

It’s one of the worse parts about travel for me. Another good reason to cut down on flying.
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