Agree with you Captplaystation.
It reminds me of the many occasions where I have had to fly at another base, but it also reminds me of many occasions when I have reported for duty at the crew room, called out 'Good Morning' and a deathly silence ensues. Not one cabin crew member replies as they stare blank-faced at their mobile phones or just continue with their previous conversations. I find it so dispiriting that people just don't have the most basic respect and/or manners for a fellow colleague and can't find the time or be bothered to say hello and ask how you are. It's very sad indeed.
His recollections of security and some (not all) of their staff's approach to a 'search' are unfortunately spot on. It's degrading, unjustified and unnecessary.
Oh yes it's a wonderful quality of life if you are a pilot these days.