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Thanks for the apology - although none is required.
In turn I apologise if I came on a little strong, I realise my opening was quite aggressive.
The reason: many years ago after Ansett went down - when Jetstar was being established and onwards - there were a lot of angry posters who were saying "people shouldn't apply or accept positions because it's not the conditions I had and they would be conspirators with management in the decline of our profession and............." etc etc.
I thought we might be returning to those days - hence my post.
It seems we may actually be on a similar page, I hope you continue to enjoy your second career and reflect fondly on the past.
Cheers
galdian