One time, during a flight, my daughter quietly told me, “Dad, I think my period just started.” I handed her the emergency pad I always carry, and she quickly went to the bathroom. A little while later, the flight attendant approached me and said, “Sir, your daughter asked if you have a regular pad—she said what you gave her was just a liner.” I turned bright red because I didn’t even realize there was a difference! Thankfully, a kind woman nearby offered her pad to my daughter. When she came back, she thanked both the woman and me, saying, “Next time, bring both.” Now, I never forget.
