I make a point of carrying at least one "banned" object with me every time I fly.

You know who this is, I just need the deniability :)

Great idea! I figure its a good way to get rid of things I don't want anymore. Oh, and I didn't get stopped today. Guess those sniffers that detect explosive residue do a great job of picking up people /snicker.

I assume that you're aware that a lithium ion battery (like the one in your laptop) with the safety circuit removed would make an excellent explosive charge?

Not that I want to blow up a plane. More that I think it's stupid that I'm not allowed to have a fork on a plane anymore. I'm glad I stole that fork from delta while I had the chance.