Beech19,
Well said. There's no hurry to get to the pointy end of the big jets.
I've been a airline captain now for many years and have flown jets of all sizes and makes up to the 400. However, I still look back on those wonderful days of flying to places where no Jumbo or Airbus was ever going to go.
If I was a betting man, I'd put my money on you getting to where I am before others who are rushing to buy ratings and expect a quick ride into an airline.
Enjoy your B1900 time, just don't get caught there by staying too long.
Cls