I'm a server at a local Outback.
And yeah, I'd prefer to be on the floor. But my mom has asthma, emphysema, and knee problems. Even if we showed up at 6 or 7 and tried for a spot in the pit, it would still mean at least 4 or 5 hours on her feet. I can handle that, but she can't. Also, she's claustrophobic and would likely be uncomfortable on the floor being surrounded by people. I thought about getting her a seat and just doing GA on my own. But I wouldn't want to leave her alone and I want to be there for her first U2 show. So I don't mind doing seats. And like I said, it would be cool to see the claw from that perspective.
If I know my mom, she will want awesome seats. So we'll probably save up and go for the d-bag seats.