Thanks to all the positive feedback outthere. I admire all those that have bitten the bullet and taken all the hard times and sacrifices in their stride like Bunglerat and others and have finally hit their goals.
One of the the things I like about aviation is the characters that you meet - there are some very inspiring and humurous individuals out there.
My flight instructor a few years ago was one inspiring lady , never flown until she was about 40 and then got a flight for b'day present. She then decided this was her career, so went for it and became instructor. Best teacher I have ever had..............
Good luck to those on this post that are giving it a crack............I reckon late 30s is a good age..........bit of life experience compared to the young ones ..................and you can never be accused of not being committed given the cost and struggles of qualificagtions and work in Aviation.