Elaine flew to NY this morning, on a trip that has been planned for six months, and can't be avoided. She changed her flights and left three days late to make sure I got home from the hospital okay. I wouldn't be at all surprised if she cuts it short and comes back early, too.
The rat bastards at the airlines charged her $375 to change her interary, which is more than the stupid trip cost in the first place! I swear, I don't know how some people sleep at night....
That's why I fly Southwest. Free checked baggage, no change fees (unless the new flight costs more than the old one - but a couple of time's I've changed flights and gotten money back in my account!). If they fly where you're going, they're the best. Still a budget airline, but without the fees fees fees.