As I was packing for Dallas I was considering all the important questions. Will the Steelers be able to pull off number seven? How many people will ask me if I am related to Green Bay's quarterback (I'll explain I don't have a "d" in my name.) Does everybody in Texas carry a gun? Should I pack my Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders Calendar in case I run into them and can get it signed?

Of the thousands of journalists traveling to the Super Bowl this year, I'm guessing I'll be the only one worried about getting through security with India Ink in my bag. Will I need to put it in a one-gallon plastic bag along with my other toiletries? I can hear the conversation at airport security now.

TSA AGENT: What's this pen with the dagger-like point on it for?

ME: Oh, that's for vivisecting greedy CEO's and corrupt politicians.

TSA agent: Cavity search on aisle three!

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