Some of you Debbie Downers need a fresh perspective reboot. You guys act like flying for AA is the worst job in the world. You know what, talk to some of our guys who have lost their medical and would kill to come back to the line...they probably read this stuff and just shake their heads. Or talk to the guys that are stuck at regionals or Emirates or wherever, trying to break into the big 3. Truth is, you guys don't know just how dang good you have it here. Yes our contract and culture both need work...news flash, EVERY airline has gone through these kinds of cycles. American will turn it around eventually... don't lose perspective, take a good look around at how good you have it, go out, fly your trip, smile a little, treat others how you want to be treated, sit back and enjoy your job at a legacy that pays right up there with the other big boys. (And never stop fighting for a better contract.)

The biggest disservice you can do to yourself and the folks around you - and it'll make you a miserable human being - is to constantly yearn for what others have instead of focusing on the great things you have.

This AA gig needs work but overall it's still a great job.

signed, counting my blessings every day.