I agree with you too monarchgirl that you should be able to voice your opinion. I too voiced mine on excel, warning people about some of the things that were going on, and ended with someone getting awkward with me too. Don't take any notice, but if I was you I would definately try to speak to someone in Ops or crewing and this will be an opportunity to get yourself known as was mentioned above. Good Luck hope you get some long haul. I have just started mine and its pretty tiring starting off after just short haul.
Happy Flying
