Originally Posted by
BamaVol
I called it off about 4 months ago. I'm working my a$$ off, but getting better pay and sleeping in my own bed. Ironically, Mrs BamaVol took a night job as soon as I changed jobs so I see less of her than ever.
It hasn't sunk home yet. I'm still top-statused with DL for another 6 weeks and Hilton for a year, but I haven't been in an airport for 4 months and only one hotel room.
It will hit me when I fly in March. Lowly silver, no Crown Room membership, unlikely u/g, regular security, etc. But, I'll get over it. Turns out there's more to life. Who knew?
Do it and don't look back.
Good for you!
I thought quitting smoking was tough. These miles and points can really be addicting.
I've got a couple of options right now:
1. Re-negotiate my rate at the current place. I did the math and the upcoming Marriott Megabonus can be worked with a cost of 0.35-0.42 cents/point (my delta). At that rate, it's marginally worth it. (Meanwhile, I still have a reasonable deal with the local Hampton Inn, so I might as well make sure my Hilton Diamond stays current).
2. I'm looking at another gig back at one of my old places. The hotels have gone up, of course, but with the plane fare out of the equation (it's about a 3 hour drive), I make out better all around.
3. Follow through with a conversation I had up in First Class last week. This guy is the manager of Core Technology at a pretty good-sized company, and I think I impressed him. At any rate, he gave me his card and told me to give him a call. The location is about an hour or so away from my house, which means -- no planes, no hotels, and home every night.
Maybe if everyone lit a candle for me, something good might happen.
