I share the concerns expressed about behavior on a flight -- in any class of service. But I extend my remarks to the behavior of adults as well as children.

I chuckle at those of you who feel that FC is your own exclusive domain or feifdom which should be devoid of children. Who's next on your list? A poorly-dressed passenger or someone with a bad hairdo? Or how about that lady who keeps coughing in seat 3C?

I've flown FC both as a paying customer and as an FF awards passenger. In any case, I paid my dues and I'm not going to apologize to anyone if I take my kid with me.

On the other hand, I expect my son to behave appropriately under all circumstances, both to meet my expectations and as a measure of respect towards others. I can't say that I've seen all parents demand this of their kids, and this is indeed unfortunate. Then again, I've seen some pretty ignorant behavior from adults over the years as well.

I agree with the poster who questions how one can equate coach with a lesser standard of behavior. Bottom line is that each of us is responsible for our own behavior.

To you contrite FC elitists let me say only that it may be me and my kid to whom you direct your sneers and disdain when you see us sitting in FC. And we could care less what you think. Just behave yourself during the flight and everything will be just fine.