So begins my five week tour of the United States of America.
I will spend half my time in and out of airports-
Thankfully my company decided to book me on several different airlines, so I won't be able to enjoy the benefits of airline-mileage programs. #Sarcasm
Additionally, I'm thrilled for the five-plus hour layovers I will get to enjoy.
Most of all, I'm excited for the lack of sleep I'll get between now and the middle of August!
#TheGlamorousLife
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Time To Fly!
My work week is starting...
Up at 4 AM,
Airport by 5:15 AM
Boarded by 6:22 AM
Sitting on runway... Time unknown!
The glamorous life of a weekend warrior!
Thursday, March 25, 2010
I Hate Airports!
I remember when flying used to be so much fun! Growing up in my family meant fun vacations and trips to visit the grandparents! I loved the build up, the planning, the travel agent, the cool flight voucher with the red carbon print out, the pre-packing, the re-packing, the drive to the airport, the check-in process, the boarding, the in- flight breakfast and if you were really lucky... the little honorary flight pin!
I had so much fun pretending I was an important businessman on an urgent business trip... Or a movie star on my way to an exotic location!
Yes sir, I LOVED to fly! In fact, the only thing I didn't love about the airport was saying goodbye.
My passion for flying continued as I entered the wonderful world of adulthood...
My first professional job was as a concert dancer in a well known international dance company.
I spent the better part of three years on tour around the world! I lived for it... As much as I enjoyed performing on stage, the majority of my happiness came while flying between venues! ...it was like a childhood fantasy coming true!
Flashforward twelve years and ask me if I still enjoy airports...
The answer, of course is NO! As grateful as I am to have a career that continues to grow, I no longer find the joy in being on the road. As an actor and performer I realize that travel is a major part of my job... Dare I say, airports and flying are what make my passion feel like a job!
Especially since the tragic day in September 2001, flying is no longer a romantic part of vacation, business or pleasure!
The expensive airfare, packing everything to fit in one carry on, the long lines at security, the nasty (under paid) airline workers, the grouchy travelers, the over-stuffed overhead bins, the crying children, the cramped leg room, the lack of a meal, the over sold or delayed flights, the list goes on and on!
I'm sad that even now, as I sit at a gate waiting to board my flight to work a quick gig and catch up with one of my best friends...
I'm over it! I just want to get to my destination so that I can put this full day of travel behind me!
I had so much fun pretending I was an important businessman on an urgent business trip... Or a movie star on my way to an exotic location!
Yes sir, I LOVED to fly! In fact, the only thing I didn't love about the airport was saying goodbye.
My passion for flying continued as I entered the wonderful world of adulthood...
My first professional job was as a concert dancer in a well known international dance company.
I spent the better part of three years on tour around the world! I lived for it... As much as I enjoyed performing on stage, the majority of my happiness came while flying between venues! ...it was like a childhood fantasy coming true!
Flashforward twelve years and ask me if I still enjoy airports...
The answer, of course is NO! As grateful as I am to have a career that continues to grow, I no longer find the joy in being on the road. As an actor and performer I realize that travel is a major part of my job... Dare I say, airports and flying are what make my passion feel like a job!
Especially since the tragic day in September 2001, flying is no longer a romantic part of vacation, business or pleasure!
The expensive airfare, packing everything to fit in one carry on, the long lines at security, the nasty (under paid) airline workers, the grouchy travelers, the over-stuffed overhead bins, the crying children, the cramped leg room, the lack of a meal, the over sold or delayed flights, the list goes on and on!
I'm sad that even now, as I sit at a gate waiting to board my flight to work a quick gig and catch up with one of my best friends...
I'm over it! I just want to get to my destination so that I can put this full day of travel behind me!
Thursday, March 4, 2010
On The Road Again...
Uuugghhh! I really hate flying now! There was a time when all I'd dream about was traveling;
family vacations, exploring new cities and being on tour with a show... I loved to plan my trip, pack my suit case just right, and set off to the airport.
Oh, how times have changed!
Don't get me wrong, I still LOVE to vacation, see family and of course when I get to travel for free because of a show I'm in...
Unfortunately, I DREAD going to airports nowadays. Between the stress of getting to the airport, going through the massive security line, barely tolerating the nasty (and really underpaid) airline and FAA employees and then being shoved on an oversold flight, in a middle seat with no air, food or entertainment!!! FLYING SUCKS!
It makes me really wish one of my childhood fantasies would come true.... That I could channel my inner "Hero" superpower and be able to fly on my own!
Nevertheless, I must wake up tomorrow and battle my way to the airport as my touring schedule as an adjudicator for a popular talent competition begins a new season!
I usually end up having a blast, and I'm always inspired by the talent I get to see each year as a new generation of artist compete to find their voice... I just DESPISE flying!
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