First time packing a suitcase this year. For almost a year I worked on a case for the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity trying to piece together what had happened to one of their founders. This weekend in Phillly they are going to reveal what I and another genealogist, and an archivist had found. The research was at times frustrating, but then the aha moment came and it all made sense. So, the fraternity flew me in and paid for accommodation so that I could be here. I feel like a celebrity.
Out of the house by 6:45 and off to the airport. Roads were dicey in some places, but the traffic and hesitancy created a bit of congestion. Got to PIT by 7:40 and zipped through TSA since I was preapproved. Have been very lucky to get this without paying for it.
Flight left the gate on time, but we had to spend about 20 minutes waiting and then getting deiced since the plane had sat out all night. A bit of a rough flight, but it was quick and we landed 15 minutes early. Waited at PHL for the car that was sent for me, when finally I got a phone call and was told he was waiting. He had tried to text me, but had the number wrong.
Went out to explore around the hotel, but it was just too cold and windy to be outdoors. So back to the hotel where I had a bowl of soup and then up to the room. Good thing about that was that I FINALLY finished Poland. And then a quick nap and redo of the hair before the evening's activities. It sounds like there is a mouse, bird or something in the room that squeaks at intervals.
There was a huge reception this evening beginning at 7:30. I finally got to meet my client, Mark, in person. He was just as nice as I had envisioned. I also spent the evening with Anne, the archivist who worked on the case in the Philly area.
There are no words to express the gratitude that was paid to me by all the members of the fraternity who were there. Unfortunately, I didn't get any pictures on my phone because it was such a whirlwind. I was presented with a beautiful memento of the occasion, however.
Back up to the room for a restful sleep, I hope.
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