First time as SLF. on domestic leg, heading for AKL , 1990, and thence the Great Unknown "Over there" (UK). the FA was recently off int'l and knew I was connecting in AKL.
My gut had been tight as a drum the 2 weeks prior, anticipating a solo trip! Anyway, the FA was keen as mustard to hear my plans, she loved travel but was taking a break for her partner's sake. Kept me distracted for the 45 mins. And it helped indoctrinate me into the SLF/CC mindset.
After that I ignored the minor cultural fences, for 4 mtnhs of travel, and talked with whomever FA on whatever flight was able! Does help pass the time, when you're a sanguine, and one can avoid possible bad vibes by simply being direct with your apology for the interruption to their break/emergency.
Antip shift out.
