finally in boston! it's overcast with freezing rain right now. oh the joys!

had the toughest time trying to get here. ended up getting bumped off my own airline last night in oakland trying to get to new york. it was a simple mistake i'm sure, but i just didn't need to be bothered. i just wanted a seat and to sleep. me and mark ended up catching a flight to dulles instead with the plans of taking the amtrak up. luckily, though, we found a sympathetic united ticketing agent who helped us plan an itinerary that was feasibile considering overselling and standby dramas. we lucked out with 2 first class seats on a direct flight from dulles to boston on a 757. mark felt slighted because he wasn't acknowledged by any of the crew with a hello or even a beverage. myself on the other hand, had 2 cups of coffee and a oatmeal raisin bar. yummy.

i'm in my hotel room now trying to figure out my day. the dinner is later tonight somewhere. i don't know where to go for lunch. i guess we'll do some exploring.