Gary ,the Welshman is right in what he says 100%. I've worked ,and still am, in the building trade since i left school and it pays very well and a lot in cash (taxman thinks i earn very little
) . I would actually be earning less in my first flying job but thats a different matter. I see your from Widnes and Liverpool city centre is crying out for builders & labourers at the minute and there all in very high buildings so you can see the Sleezyjets landing at john Lennon and dream of the day. Some wise words have been spoken on here mate. It'll be hard but worth it int end. Goodluck BP