Unfortunately for us introverts, the world is overpopulated with extroverts who don't just want to chit-chat, they need to.

That's why when I get on a plane the first thing I do is pull out a book and the iPod, and plug myself in! Travel is stressful enough without listening to someone regale me with stories of their aunt Tillie's hip replacement.

The worst part is when I'm deadheading for work (I'm a flight attendant).

There I am - trapped! In a middle seat! In uniform! AHHHHH!

Please don't ask me, "So how are things at the airline?" I'll have to kill myself on the spot!