Ever since 9/11, Airport security has been severely beefed up, bordering on being completely outrageous.

Fair enough, I’m not one to question rules – after all it is also my safety at risk. I board the plane after being super meticulous about removing anything from my carry-on luggage that may be seen as a weapon of mass destruction. The list includes all gels, aerosols and sprays – toothpicks, tweezers, nail clippers and the like. Imagine the hell you could raise armed with a razor sharp pair of nail clippers and a can of Status Wild Ivory?

Anyhoo – I take my seat on the plane, sitting next to a Union guy who was going to JHB for a meeting. One of his mates was bumped up to Business Class, but he wasn’t to happy as they were now separated. He asked me if I didn’t mind swapping so they sit together. Economy t0 Business class is a no brainer.

” Eggs or health breakfast? ” the hostess asked with a pleasant smile. I opted for the health breakfast – wasn’t in the mood for eggs.

Imagine the surprise when I get handed a stainless steel knife and fork set..!