This Is How Cool I Am
Years ago, pre-kids, I used to work for the airlines. When I tell people that I automatically get the “Oh, you were a stewardess?”. No. I was a ground security coordinator, lead agent then supervisor on the ground. Also, flight attendants can’t stand being called stewardesses (FYI).
This means I worked on the ground, at the airport at the ticket counter, gate and baggage. I won employee of the year one year (shocker. If you know me AT ALL, you know I strive for greatness with everything I do. I didn’t even realize I did it until Sarah and Jenn pointed it out lol). I also flew for free.
Talking to a friend the other day, I got caught up in telling some of the stories of the adventures I’ve been on. I can’t believe I’ve been blogging for nearly a year (September 1st!) and I’ve never told my stories. Some of them are a little on the crazy side (okay, MOST of them are) and a few were just good times I’d like to share.
One thing I will tell you, I am a shitty tourist. I’ve flown about half the world and never even brought a camera. I usually sleep most of the day and get my exploring in at night, and night-time Julie doesn’t like cameras unless Michele’s taking the picure.
I’m not going to tell any to you today, but I’ll gloss over some of the places I’ve been. When I started at Continental, I decided to hit all 50 states and then work my way across this side of the world before hitting Europe and Asia.
Hit the states I did. I have been to nearly every state in the US, including Alaska (LOVED) and Hawaii (not so much). I canoed in the rain forests of South America and slept in a hammock in Venezuela. There isn’t a beach in Mexico I haven’t set foot on and I found this random tiny island once (THAT is a story you’ll love) that I’ll never be able to find again.
I am one of the few and lucky who can say I have achieved every goal I ever made for myself as a kid. I married the perfect guy, live in the perfect house complete with cul de sac and neighbor’s you can only dream of. I took the time before having children to fly all over (most) of the world, designed my own engagement ring and now I’m getting paid to do what I love most-write. Also, I’m skinny. (*brag*)
I write all this from 35,000 feet as I fly from Charlotte to Syracuse. Even now that my airline days are over, I still travel at least every other month. Whether I’m headed to NY to see family or Kansas to see my best friend, I’m constantly on the go. I bring my kids with me most of the time now, unless it’s for work (or Kansas) but the adventures are always exciting and I look forward to sharing them with you!
Look for my first flashback this Thursday. I’m thinking I’ll start with Mexico. I must tell you, I was single and a wee bit wild, so expect swear words and sex. After all, what’s a good story without a little action?
Stay tuned!
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Sounds fabulous!!! I’m totally jealous. I wish i would have traveled more when I was younger.
Julie @ Angry Julie Monday´s last blog ..So I Married a Nerd
You got me at SEX… LOL
When I was a kid, I wanted to be a flight attendant so I could fly for free! but I didn’t go for it when I was older cause I wanted to be a mom more.. HA! LOL
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you look so totally gorgeous!
I love the hat! 
Ane´s last blog ..A PHAT Post
You didn’t happen to run into your governor (South Carolina) Mark Sanford when you were in Venezuela by any chance did you? Heard he goes there whenever he’s not hiking the Appalachian Trail.
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“I am one of the few and lucky who can say I have achieved every goal I ever made for myself as a kid.”
‘Way cool, I know what that feels like. For me, it’s rather amusing, as back then I was a most pathetic youngster indeed, instead of the shining example of all-powerful Momhood today that I am today. Funny how life teaches you just what you need to know….
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wow- cant wait!! you are awesome!!
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Can’t wait to hear about Mexico.
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How cool! I always wanted to be a stewardess!
Yup, unquestionably cool.
You are so lucky to have seen all the places you did. So many places I want to see yet. I can’t wait to hear the stories!
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I guess working for the airline lets you travel more than the average gal. Sounds like lots of fun.
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Sounds interesting!
I can’t wait
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I want to know about this island!
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How awesome to have achieved all those goals. Love that cute picture!
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So cool that you can add ‘well traveled’ to your checklist of life…
I’m looking to hearing all about Mexico! 
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You are so dang cute!!! I mean that in a completely friendly sorta way. hehehe
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Wow that sounds so exciting to have seen so much of the world..
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You’re too cool for school. How you feeling, BTW? I’m hopped up on Vicoden. Woot!
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Good for you. Not many people can claim to have done all the things on their to-do list and look fabulous doing it. LOL. I traveled to Europe a lot for my previous job. It got to the point where, if I traveled in the US, I missed the challenge of an unknown language. But now I am deathly afraid of flying. I don’t know what happened. Any advice on
how to get over it, from someone who loves to fly?