You're talking good times, and they are far, far away. Although the same thing is crucial, YOU HAVE TO STAY IN THE BUSINESS!
Whether it is as an instructor or washing/waxing Pipers. As long as you stay put and talk to people, let them know your situation. And be open to do some lowpaid/unpaid flying. Any flying is good flying. As the previous has stated, jumperdumping and glider towing as an example of staying in the business.
Sooner or later something will appear...