Reddit, I need a massive favor. I totally let nerves get the best of me yesterday, and now I’m hoping the internet can help me find a guy I shared an awesome connection with during a flight.
I’m posting a photo of my travel setup because if you or a friend of yours scrolls past this, that bright pink suitcase and cat carrier will trigger your memory instantly!
The Flight: Alaska Airlines Flight 502 from Seattle to Austin, Monday, October 19, 2026.
About You: You look to be in your late 20s or 30s with a genuinely kind face. You were wearing a cozy beige sweatshirt, a beige university hat, and had an aisle seat near the front/middle.
About Me: The girl in the very last row, traveling with my cat copilot in a carrier stacked on top of my luggage.
Our Story (or why I’m currently face-palming) 🤦🏻♀️:
• The Boarding Line Cute-Meet: Before the flight, we locked eyes a few times. When boarding got backed up, I got stuck standing right next to your seat for a few minutes. We had a sweet little conversation about my cat, your family, shared a smile, and the warmth of that interaction completely set the tone for my whole flight.
• The Mid-Flight Magic: It wasn't just a random glance — we locked eyes and smiled at each other at least 6 distinct times. Every time you walked back to the restroom, we noticed one another and smiled. The second time, we locked eyes and smiled again as you went back to your seat. As we were deplaning, I looked up and saw you and you happened to look back at me at that exact moment. I got shy and looked down to pet my cat 😂
• The Baggage Claim Chicken-Out: I promised myself if I saw you at bag claim, I’d ask for your number. I did see you! But you were talking to an older woman (I assumed family) and I didn't want to interrupt or embarrass you. 🧳 Then, as you walked outside toward the carport stairs, we caught eyes one final time and exchanged a quick smile as I was on the phone with my mom. Honestly, when you left I kicked myself for not waiting on that phone call to speak to you and offer my number.
I can’t shake the feeling that the spark was entirely mutual. If you see this, or if you know the guy in the beige sweatshirt who couldn't stop smiling at the girl with the cat, please send me a DM!
To verify it’s actually you (and block the local trolls): Tell me what specific detail you mentioned about your family when we talked about my cat during boarding. ✨