Wow, this was the first time for me to see security with automatic weapons.  While we were going through security, about five guys fully decked out in weapons (carry these huge automatic weapons) walked by.  I had just gone through and Hunter was awaiting a bag search.  The lady beside me said, "I don't know if I should be concerned or glad."  That was my sentiments exactly.  The question that ran through my mind was what was the red flag?  I watched them leisurely make their way down the rows of scanners...or as close to leisurely as they could look carrying those huge guns!  They just so happened to stop around the screening Hunter was at.  One guard behind him and two above and two below.  They stopped for only 5 seconds and then moved slowly on down the line. 

Of course, I had to tease Hunter about that.  I told him that with all the electronics that he was carrying, it probably set of a red flag and the guards came out just in case there was a problem.  In truth they were most likely making their rounds.  With the Olympics in London, I'm sure they've upped the security.  I've heard Hunter tell the story of visiting Russia and walking into the airport with guards with big automatic weapons...but this was a first experience for me. 

For all those FPOers out there....I was ready to hit the deck in under 3 seconds if they shifted their weapons from the resting position!  Hunter was going to have to fend for himself if he was in the way. I was already thinking about what to shout to him....Hunter get down--too long.  So, I thought about going with Hunter...Down or--down boy!  Oh, how my mind works.  No, I did not get a picture of the guards.  Hunter had the camera. Besides I'd of been afraid they'd cuff me an stuff me for taking their picture.