Sorry, I think I just sat on you!

I am the first to tell you that I am not a dainty, little thing. Knowing this in situations where I am the 'fat guy in the little coat' such as subways, small vehicles, and planes I try my hardest to make myself small. Which is extremely hard! I always apologize if I am taking up to much space, will try to keep my legs as close together as I can, will keep my arms pulled in tight to stop the overflow of me into other spaces, and try to adjust myself to not touch you. TRUST ME, I don't want to touch you as mush as YOU don't want me to touch you. So if I make this effort please be kind and don't make the uncomfortable situation, we find ourselves in, more uncomfortable.

Sadly, this was my most recent travel experience. When I fly I am already concerned that my seat belt isn't going to fit, which fyi I had a small panic attack when I could not buckle that damn little belt buckle. But I sucked it all in and as always all was right with the world, even though I was breathing heavey afterwords. I don't expect anyone to give me a medal after suriving my most recent trip because lets be real my fluffy level is of my own doing. But I would like people to be a little considerate. Don't scowl at me because I bumped you(I apologized), don't tisk as me and elbow me when you feel like I am taking up to much space(which again I apologized for).....ok you are allowed to be pissed at me when I do accidentally sit on you(which again I APOLOGIZED FOR). But seriously, be a grown up and accept my apology. Stop pressing the arm rest into my fat leg because guess what If I could run 10 laps around the airport to make myself fit better in the seat, I would.

Lastly, I apologize for the fact that you had to sit next to me. I knew any person who was to sit next to me was going to have a hard time. But I had hoped that they would do it with kidness and consideration not disgust and repulsion. I feel sorry for people who respond that way, I know that my story isn't the only story so I try my hardest to smile, apologize when need be, and be kind. To bad that person didn't because I am pretty darn funny and a great travel buddy.

Referee Rachel

04/08/2018 9:36AM

I'd be your travel buddy! I'm sorry to read pieces of this post, but I want you to know something.... you aren't alone. If you ever see me (normally my hair is crazy curly and I wear funky glasses) take up the space you need and don't apologize. Just sit down next to me and we can make awkward conversation until one of us cracks a joke and we talk the entire flight. I've been known to do that. People usually open up to me pretty quickly. :) I've been the mom flying with a baby and remember when the woman realized we were in her row. Her look said it all. I wish we could all offer a bit of grace and kindness in situations like yours. It's not easy flying and I hope that your next experience is a better one..... until then, sending you a hug!

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