The journey begins

We left this morning almost on time from BGR in rain and mist. We got into Laguardia and took the very quick trip to JFK where we have proceeded to wait, and wait, and wait. We should begin boarding the plane shortly and begin the long leg of this trip. I asked after an upgrade or a better seat just now and was told the flight is way overbooked and there are no upgrade seats available. This is shaping up to be quit an interesting 14 hours. I'll leave my next message from the other side of the pacific. Tomorrow.