Flying, the mode of travel glamorized by songs of yesteryear
\nToday, is dreaded by many.
\nAs exciting as it is to climb through the skies,
\nFar above the clouds,
\nTo leave behind one\u2019s reality,
\nThe concept of leaving the ground
\nCan feel like a flying torpedo.
\nAnd if leaving the ground does not bother you,
\nThen maybe the historical terrorism events will make you question those around you,
\nEven when you promise yourself not to be judgmental.
\nBut then of course, just when we are used to increased security,
\nAlong comes COVID,
\nThe invisible demon to make us wonder about the air we breathe.
\nIn recent decades flying has gone from glamor and privilege,
\nTo a dreaded solution to long distance travel.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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