"My Vacation In The Queue"
How have you spent your summer vacation? We want your stories—post 'em here.
After last week's heroic terror nab 
by British authorities, everybody was on high alert, particularly at airports. Only four days later, British authorities have scaled back the state of alert . My compliments to the renowned British proficiency.
One of my kids is in Europe this summer. He emails that he is already chucking everything he knows will create problems in line at Heathrow. For a person his age, tossing all that hair gel is very serious. I admire his sacrifice.
For travelers, it will be tough going for a while longer, though. A plane in Los Angeles was ordered cleared after a suspicious package was found, and authorities have made it clear that security checks for travelers will involve carrying less stuff and waiting in longer lines.
All in all, this summer has proved to be a bad time to take a summer vacation. Maybe a tropical isle in November is better than Carlsbad Caverns with the whole family in August. Just remember to pack your goggles and mask .
