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I figured I should aim for the career that has the best view from the office.
Interestingly, it you’re selfless battle against the mortality of others that puts you in the realm of angels…..think about it. that’s pretty deep.
More often than naught, the thought passes thru my head (very quickly, I am a Warrant Officer) “Wow, I am flying.” It is both a humbling and exhilarating experience when I remind myself of the opportunity that has been given to me. While the Green Machine can take any pleasure there is from flying, the sheer awesomeness of the job can be not be forgotten. Of course the comments of customers helps make the pain of flying for Uncle Sugar worth it. Where else in the world can I hover and kill terrorists on the same day?
@Lucid—can’t go wrong with a job with this view!
But then again, I shouldn’t pick a fight with an APA-che pilot, no?
@B.J.—How many vodka tonics?
@Matt—definitely a short trip for the thoughts…just sayin’