9/18, that's exactly the word I had in mind. Seems excessive for a machine but... this gal was pretty special, the tears weren't far away.
Those who scored promotional tickets should count their blessings! I awoke to the news and was on the phone before my first coffee. Was told the first available cheap(er) seat was on 7 September, i.e. after the offer had ended, but never mind...
I'll turn 30 before she retires, am tempted to sell a lung and celebrate the big day in style. Any philanthropic millionaires reading?
