If you join now:-
You can never buy a house
You can never afford to rent a decent family home
You can never afford a decent School for your kids
You can never afford kids
You can never afford a car
Cathay is not a "Legacy Carrier" - it's like Easyjet but everyone's living in Central London or Tokyo.
Don't join Cathay - you'll regret it.
(Never thought I'd say that - well done Swires!)