Ludicris, far too many of those posts (add one more...
) were made countering the discrimination displayed on this thread. Frac wives are a fundamental part of the support structure and their voices deserve to be heard. Most of the pilots here do recognize that fact and I have helped to answer questions many times when prospective frac pilots asked about the lifestyle and it's affect on wives and children.
The NJA pilots have been through contract negotiations twice since I joined FI. I had a vested interest in the outcome so it is perfectly logical that I wanted to participate in the many discussions that directly related to my family. I gave them moral support every step of the way. In the course of those discussions I encouraged pilots from the other fracs to support the NJA pilots in their endeavor to raise the bar; likewise, I also encouraged them to stand up for themselves. Consequently, when the Flt Ops pilotgroup started their card drive, I made a point of showing support for their cause, too, particularly when some of them asked me to. It would have been hypocritical not to, and I was glad to do it as their cause is justified and their efforts will make the industry better for all of our families.
Many posts were also made countering the smear campaigns run by the anti-union faction that constantly takes pot shots at Union volunteers. Considering that my husband is a leader of NJASAP, I have a good understanding of how Unions work and my sense of fairness compels me to set the record straight. Last year my family was one of those from NJA that led the movement to leave the IBT and set up an in-house Union. That process, naturally, involved a lot of discussions, weighing the pros and cons. NJ families again have a big decision to make, this time regarding the furlough mitigation package jointly designed by NJASAP and the Company. There's a lot to talk over and the outcome will have a profound impact on wives and children. Thus, it is only right for wives to participate in the process.
I see FI as an online community for frac pilots and their families and I enjoy the friendships I have made here. None of my actual neighbors understand the lifestyle and the issues facing frac families like my (virtual neighbors) fellow FI board members do. The lifestyle is often demanding and it helps to support one another, especially these days when many frac families are being negatively affected by the economic recession. My thanks to those of you who share my vision of FlightInfo as a diverse, friendly place to share and gather information on the fractional issues which affect all of us associated with the industry. Have a good weekend everybody...
Respectfully,
NJW/LB
) that it's good to hear different perspectives, not just from various roles, but also from among the different frac companies. I think a lot can be learned from comparing notes. BTW, what is a "belly#2"? I'm not familiar with that term. Since I'm going to pay neighborly visits to FW's threads, I need to pick up some Flex lingo...
