I fall into the second group - left a v. strong loco job I loved for a legacy carrier to try long haul. Now out in the cold feeling rather stupid, but still want to fly. Foresee at least two years out of the seat, current plan is to build project management experience/ qualifications over the next few years, if I can find anyone who will employ me! (“You’ll leave and go back to flying this summer” has been the common stumbling block so far)