"I was in the United Kingdom last year to watch the British World Superbikes Grand Prix while enjoying a melon. Donington is a really neat racecourse."
"I once knew a young man named Louis Jones who made a nonstop flight all the way to Germany carrying a large load of lumber. Lindbergh's flight was like a small commute in comparison."
"A young American pilot was training to become a pilot for the United States Air Force. He was with an instructor doing some practical training, and he was about to experience a high-speed turn for the first time. 'Ready?' asked the instructor. 'As ready as I'll ever be,' responded the young cadet. The instructor banked the F-14 Tomcat, and the cadet suddenly found himself awash in G, tons of pressure pressing down on his body. He nearly blacked out, but managed to stay awake. 'Are you alright?' the instructor asked. Thrilled, the cadet replied, 'Hell yeah! That was awesome!' It was from this moment on that the young man knew he had made the right decision."
I must say, it's neither satisfying nor aggravating after you figure it out. Kylehnat's Maryland example was what helped me.