A year ago today, after five intense weeks, I graduated from in-flight training at a major US Airline and started a new career as a flight attendant. I got my wings and I was certified to fly. The world was at my feet.
After the ceremony, I had a brief moment to hug & kiss my family before catching a flight across the country, to report for duty. That’s right, no time to go back home & pack… just off to my new home on the east coast. I remember being nervous and even a little scared… I kind of felt like a cat hanging on a screen door. I had no idea what was ahead of me…
After a year of learning a whole new industry, living in a new city, having roommates, being on a tight budget, and experiencing my first ever (very brutal) winter, I’m proud of how far I’ve come!
I can appreciate all kinds of weather and I’m no longer afraid of storms. I enjoy rain, lightning brightening up the sky & the sound of booming thunder. I think snow is beautiful (for the most part).
I can easily make friends with strangers and find something fun to do in any city. I’m almost a pro at getting around on public transportation. I’m ok with exploring new places alone and I am able to find beauty in so many more places and with so many more people than ever before.
It’s been a wild turbulent ride and I’m seriously having the time of my life! I’ve played (& been paid to play) in seven different countries, and countless amazing cities…I’ve eaten the most delicious foods & I have met the most amazing people. I am so grateful and so excited for what’s up ahead!

Graduation Day

Charlotte

Washington DC

Philadelphia

NewYork

Paris

Puerto Rico

Phoenix

Miami

New Orleans

Boston

Cabo San Lucas

Las Vegas

My first snow storm in Philadelphia

Los Angeles

Amsterdam

London

Chicago

Madrid

Barcelona

Twin Cities

Frankfurt

Rome

San Diego

A year ago, I would have never pictured my life the way it is now. Here’s to many more…

Special thanks to my family & friends for your continued love and support. I know it hasn’t been the easiest year for any of us. I miss you all very much. Thank you for encouraging me & for always understanding when I can’t be around. Thank you for believing in me and for reminding me of what I am capable of. I love you.
To my crew (fellow flight attendants): you guys have made this last year so much fun. Thanks for turning my tears into laughter. It’s an honor flying with all you hippie, gypsy, free spirits…here’s to many more years of wanderlust!