Randy,

I just read this and it struck me as funny. I have to admit (knock wood) that I have never been pulled off once boarded. Could be because I am always that last person boarding so people have to move so I can put my carry on under my seat (I never put anything in the overhead unless I have a coat) so they push back almost as soon as I am seated.

The expression on the passenger's (not to mention your friend's) face must have been priceless.