Put your purse away
It really annoys me as a flight attendant when people argue over something so simple. For example, I might say, “I want you to put your purse under the seat in front you,” but they act like it’s their personal preference. It’s frustrating when I explain to people that this is a federal aviation rule, but they still argue.
Why? Why? It’s only fair. Then I say, “If you need to evacuate, your purse may get caught in an armrest, slowing you and everyone behind you down.” Most people will comply at this point. One lady continued to tell me about how her purse was handmade and Italian, as well as being expensive.
You are seriously implying that a bag you carry nothing in is more valuable than the lives of those around you… The balls you must have, ma’am”, But I can’t say that. You’re seriously suggesting that a bag that you don’t carry anything in is more important than the lives around you… “The balls you must possess, ma’am”, but I can’t tell you that. I can only imagine it. “I had to say it in selfish terms, and in the mental space she seemed to be in”.
“Is your purse more valuable than you being on the flight”? I asked her. She asked me whether I was serious. She yelled as I walked towards the cockpit to inform my captains that we had someone who was unwilling to comply. “I did it. “Are you happy”? I wasn’t happy, but at that time we could taxi. Yes, I did hate her. Still do.
