but assume it was directed at me ?!?!?!
No, I doubt it was directed at you but probably to anyone who wants to become a pilot via the civilian route as there seems to be a faction who get a tad bothered by this and similar posts.
I'm sure BG and others don't get to their positions in life (socially, financially etc) without have some nouce with respect to risks, mortgages etc. so patronizing comments are not helpful. Sure, point out pitfalls but it would be nice to have some advice on how to avoid such pitfalls rather than "don't come running to me when it all ends in tears".
PPF#1 - I know that you're a soft hearted old chap really and understand the points you make but sometimes they don't always come across as you obviously intend. Watchoutbelow - did you forget to take a happy pill this morning?
Cheers
Whirlygig