Mate, I studied and graduated as an Aero Engineer (RMIT) back in the late 80's early 90's. I am now a Captain with Emirates.
The road has been long, arduous and filled with many pivotal moments as I watched others drop out, deviate or simply give up with their flying.
The personal triumphs, and setbacks are too numerous to put down at this moment; - you will be no different.
I truly have a heap I could talk to you about but I'm off to the simulator in a couple of hours and no time to compose all my thoughts into a coherent discussion at this very moment.
I will attempt to pm you in the next day or two.
May I suggest you pm me your skype name and we can chat directly.
Regards