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Unusual Attitudes: Frustrated in Florida

“Calm down, Martha. Do this with grace and good humor. There are things in life that just have to be endured,” George said. Philippe de Kemmeter
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Key Takeaways:

  • The article introduces David Mamet's essay, which critiques Disney World for its commercialism and regimentation, contrasting it with the genuine magic of older amusement parks.
  • Mirroring Mamet's sentiments, the author describes her own "dreadful" and "enforced fun" experience at Disney World with an unwanted suitor, George, leading her to leave early and receive a refund.
  • This specific Disney encounter is embedded within a broader narrative of an awkward and challenging flying trip with George, marked by his inexperience, personal friction, and flight complications.
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Martha Lunken

Martha Lunken is a lifelong pilot, former FAA inspector and defrocked pilot examiner. She flies a Cessna 180 and anything with a tailwheel, from Cubs to DC-3s.

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