People told me when I started flying that I should start a journal or a blog to document all of the crazy stories I have or the amazing layovers I've had. I didn't, of course because someone told me to do something I automatically said' "well not doing that", and here I am wishing I would have started this when I started flying. But oh well, better to start after one year rather then 30.
Over the last year I have been some amazing places. Places that I never even knew existed, places that I've heard so much about, and places that I've always dreamed of exploring. I've also been some places that I probably don't necessarily need to go back to.
I've also encountered some very interesting people to put it nicely. Whether it be co-workers, passengers, or residents in various cities. I've also encountered people who will be a part of my life forever.
BUT! Probably the biggest thing that I've learned over the last year is to cherish the close strong relationships that you have. I have some of the best friends a girl could ask for. I mean I maybe only have like 5 true friends, but when I am home, they make it a priority to fit me in their schedule if I ask. I may go a few months without seeing them or really having a meaningful conversation with them, but when I do its like no time has passed. To be truthfully honest I didn't realize how important that trait was, and the older I've gotten the more I realize that its more about the relationships and the quality of them rather then the quantity of them.
Now most of these friendships I've had for the last decade at least, but there are one or two that have developed over the last year. Its so funny to me how you can meet someone and instantly know that that person will be a part of your life forever and how special they are to you. One of my closest friends is from Flight Attendant training. So literally ONE YEAR AGO. I know this isn't a relationship blog but I've certainly learned a lot about them over the last year whether it be friendships or dating. I'm so thankful for this too because I feel like you waste so much time on people who are not willing to do for you what you would do for them. You learn to not waste time on relationships that you feel are dead ends even if he is super hot and you want it to go somewhere. You learn to end it and not feel guilty about being honest mostly because you don't have time to waste on something that is not going to benefit you. Relationships are 50/50 and at this exact point in my life I know how IMPORTANT that is.
Life lesson: Cherish the relationships you have and don't be afraid to embark on new ones and end old ones. But most importantly know that your time is valuable and you deserve to be honest with yourself. YOU DESERVE THE BEST!
"Smile Always, Laugh Often"
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