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27 Thoughts We've All Had On Long Flights, Between Takeoff And Landing

Spoiler alert: that smell is almost definitely you.

Andrea Kleckner

May 27, 2019

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27 Thoughts We've All Had On Long Flights, Between Takeoff And Landing

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If you've ever traveled for over five hours on an airplane you know the true struggles of flights. If you've been on a flight for over 12 hours, you really understand the struggles of flying and are constantly wondering when teleportation is going to be an option. No one truly has fun on long flights, and anyone that says they have is lying to you.

I promise.

Do we get free food?

Also when? Because I want the free food.

Do we get free food? When do we get snacks?

I'm kind of hungry, but not hungry enough to buy anything. I definitely expect a bag of pretzels, though.

What's that smell?

It's probably just that plane smell. I hope it's just that plane smell.

Should I read or watch Netflix?

I have so many hours to kill and I should read, but I did just download some shows on Netflix. Let's be real, we're all probably going to just be watching Netflix.

I really need to go to the bathroom.

But I really don't want to have to squeeze out of this seat and disturb everyone. Also, the bathroom is tiny and that's kind of terrifying when you're flying thousands of feet above the ground.

This seat is really small.

I have no room. This really sucks. Why do TV shows always make it look like planes are spacious?

I could use some sleep.

I don't want to be tired when I get there especially since it's technically night there but it's afternoon back home so I'm not actually tired. But, I should sleep. I'm probably not going to sleep.

Oh my god, do I smell?

Please tell me it's just the plane.

How much longer until we get there?

It honestly feels like we're never going to get there and I'm just gonna have to settle for living on this plane for the rest of my life.

How much was the first class ticket and why didn't I buy it?

I feel like it's definitely worth it. You get space and a better seat. I'll try to remember next time, but I probably won't.

Can the person in front of me put their seat up a little?

The TV is 2 inches in front of my face and it's hard to watch or do anything with their chair all the way back.

How bad do I look right now?

How do people look cute on flights? I probably look like I haven't showered or seen the light of day for a week. That's what it feels like, at least.

Is that smell me?

It has to be. I hope the people around me can't smell it.

I really should do something to make the time go faster.

But the seat in front of me is too far back so I can't get my laptop out or anything.

Where are we?

Are we above water or land? Are we even going the right way?

What do I do if we crash?

How am I supposed to get out of this seat? I'm so far away from any of the exits. I might really live out the rest of my life on this plane!

Should I have offered to sit in the emergency row?

It definitely has some perks and I would probably be calmish in an emergency, right?

It has all that legroom for no more cost, so why didn't I just volunteer?

I could probably lift the door, plus it's the exit and I would be able to escape quickly! Next time I am definitely volunteering for the emergency row.

Man, those people won't stop talking!

You're five rows away and I can hear you perfectly with headphones! Some of us are trying to sleep.

What happens if I turn my phone on?

Will we die? Does it actually do anything to the plane? I feel like my tiny phone definitely doesn't have the power to take down an entire plane.

How much longer until we get there?

We have to almost be there. Please tell me we're finally almost there.

That parent needs to watch their kid.

But let's be real, I'm so thankful I'm not sitting near them.

I can't wait to be on the ground again.

The ground is nice and safe. I love being on the ground.

When will they develop teleportation?

It'll be so much quicker and easier. Plus, anything (including airplanes) beats taking a boat.

Finally, we're landing in 30 minutes.

I should have probably started devising my game plan for getting out of the plane as quickly as possible by now.

Wait! Where did I put my bag again?

It wasn't above me, but was it in front or behind me?

Oh god, I do smell!

And I look terrible, what a scam.

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27 Thoughts We've All Had On Long Flights, Between Takeoff And Landing

Spoiler alert: that smell is almost definitely you.

Do we get free food?

Do we get free food? When do we get snacks?

What's that smell?

Should I read or watch Netflix?

I really need to go to the bathroom.

This seat is really small.

I could use some sleep.

Oh my god, do I smell?

How much longer until we get there?

How much was the first class ticket and why didn't I buy it?

Can the person in front of me put their seat up a little?

How bad do I look right now?

Is that smell me?

I really should do something to make the time go faster.

Where are we?

What do I do if we crash?

Should I have offered to sit in the emergency row?

It has all that legroom for no more cost, so why didn't I just volunteer?

Man, those people won't stop talking!

What happens if I turn my phone on?

How much longer until we get there?

That parent needs to watch their kid.

I can't wait to be on the ground again.

When will they develop teleportation?

Finally, we're landing in 30 minutes.

Wait! Where did I put my bag again?

Oh god, I do smell!

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

Obviously the best superpower.

There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

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