Well, apparently, after my last post (announcing the Academic Travel results) it was brought to my attention that I could pursue a career as a Game Show host...I'll add it to the list. I am SURE this school has a fantastic Entertainment and the Arts program that I can...oh wait...what school was I thinking of? Hmm...
Well, as I promised, a new poll. This one may (or may not) put me into jail. See, there is a predicament with getting home for the holidays. It's not so much as ME getting home, but instead some of my..."precious cargo". (SIDENOTE: This kind of sounds like I have decided to take on Drug Dealing as a side job...not the case...I promise!) This "precious cargo", purchased on my Academic Travel to Italy is making me look like more of a stereotypical college student than others. I have (to date) 14 bottles of alcohol here. Now, let me clarify....these are ALL Christmas gifts as well as for Christmas and New Year Family celebrations (bought as a favor to the family). This means, none of these will be consumed by myself (why in God's name would I put this whole thing in here if they were? honestly...). Here is where the predicament comes. You see, here in Europe, it's perfectly legal for me to travel with these (meaning my flight from Milan to Munich in December). But, once I get back into the USofA, it's not. So, loyal fan base, what do I do? My options with their pros and cons:
A.) Chance it. Pack my suitcases very creatively with these bottles, using my clothes and bubble wrap to insure their security. When the bags are first scanned in Europe, the bottles will be alright and legal. And landing in the US, they hardly ever scan suitcases. To help that along, on that Declaration Paper on the plane coming in, only write "Food and Beverage - $75" (the bottles...super cheap!). No one will suspect a thing! Besides, I am too charming and friendly - no one will stop me (especially with that hat that it looks like I am terminally ill...you know...that knit one? no one will stop a UNICEF kid!)
B.) Get to the post office by the end of this week to ship that stuff home! It is too risky! Do you want to end up in jail with a fine and something on your permanent record? I sure don't want to! Especially right before the holidays! Even though it will cost an arm and a leg, it would be best. Besides, if one of those puppies break, I am a goner!
For all of those who choose (B), you can send any helpful funds for shipping to:
Keep Teddy Out of Jail
c/o Franklin College Switzerland
Via Ponte Tresa 29
6924 Sorengo (Lugano) CH
Thanks, and I cannot wait to hear what you hate to say!!! Votes will be tabulated Saturday, November 17th!
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I vote that you be a risk-taker and carry that with you on the plane :)...it all depends on how adventurous you are feeling, my friend.
p.s. this is Marie, I just didn't have a blog or any of that, so I had to do anonymous!
I vote you ship it to your folks and they will be happy to hold it till you get home. Just make sure to package it securely so nothing breaks and everyone can enjoy the holidays. (Love, Mom)
I think you are kinda of rigging this poll, you want us all to vote A right? Haha.
But I really think A is your best choice.
That's tough to decide. Considering how much you have I would probably ship it to more than one location (i.e. a sister's house, grandparent, sister's work, etc.). You did a great job with "creative packaging" when you sent a box to me once before. That bottle never broke! Do you have any clothes you could do without for a month or so and take back with you when you return after break? I would hate for you to be detained along the way! I can't afford much for the "bail Teddy out of jail fund." I'm sure mom and dad would be okay with the shipping cost. :) Good luck with whatever decision you make. Just keep me posted if I have to keep an eye out for any packages. And yes I will keep them completely sealed and protected until you arrive in town. (Love, Ali) PS - can't wait for December!
I would agree that the number of bottles makes it tricky. I think that you would be fine bringing it back. Here's some food for thought - you would never have to be in possession of the bottles in the US. Once mom and dad pick you up at the airport, they could grab your luggage which means that the only time you were in possession of the bottles it was legal for you to own them :-D Don't know if that's legal with customs though...
I like Jessi's thinking...has she done this before?
i go for choice a. live a little. hah. but seriously, they never like ever check bags.
-teresa
p.s. i'll visit you if they chuck you in jail. promise.
a.
they never check them in the us.
-raj
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