I have 2 young children who fly fairly regularly, and, I am not ashamed to admit, are not always perfectly behaved. Mrs. BIM and I attempt to do all we can to manage the behavior (bringing the right toys, snacks, soothing them, etc). Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't. But let's face it - kids act up. They fight. They may be loud, or in the way, or kick the seat. When they do, I am embarrased, and feel bad for those around me. Sometimes I even get angry that they aren't perfect. That's when Mrs BIM, in her infinite wisdom, reminds me that children are "works in progress". Something about that phrase gets to me, and it's great reality check as a parent (flying or not). As with myself, my children will never be without their faults. I can only hope that some small percentage of what I'm trying to teach them about life gets through, and 25 years from now, they'll be blessed with kids who behave on board the Space Plane...

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Take a deep breath, and remember what's really important...

[This message has been edited by BIM (edited 01-10-2001).]