Well said Maximum.
I think Max has summed it up by saying if the 'reality' is what you want then fine. If that still gives you the buzz then you have the bug.
Many industries are facing the ever onward onslaught of the financial department looking to increase margins year on year. Aviation is only different in that the margins have been squeezed again and again already. The inevitable 'margin' to be squeezed some more is staff terms and conditions. The future is already riddled with ever increasing 'nibbles' at our remuneration packages. It is hard, I accept to see this as a Wannabe, but it is reality and another 'factor' to be drawn into the equation cometh judgement day..................
Those out there who read these pages already know if they are going to get a job or not, we all have our moments of doubt, but the dedicated know that failure is just not a word in their dictionary. Those who constantly doubt are the 'dreamers' who find reality too tough to handle. They become the statistics.
Reality is not a life full of 'riches', to quote Robbie; 'beyond my wildest dreams!'
Reality is disrupted sleep patterns, time away from home, roster disruption and a bunch of people who seem to be working against you at every move............!
If you still love it, you still love it. If you don't, then you probably never really did..................
PP