If you really want it dont give up! It is worth it i got my licence in Feb 2010 and i have secured employment in the UK flying SEP aircraft and its the best job i have ever had and you realise when you get there its worth every bit of it! Might not be flying a shiny jet or turbo prob but its still flying and thats what its all about.
PS i got offered the job with only 300TT i have CPL MEIR G1000 so it can be done but i got plenty of knock backs!
Good Luck!