desertsteve

I imagine this topic is brought up quite a lot, but I wanted to hear from others in the industry (or on the road there.) Six years ago, with high hopes I got my FAA PPL (I am from Texas) and starting building x-country time. However, as the expense of flight school and a career path arose, amidst hearing all the horror stories of tens of thousands spent with no or little work I left aviation for something I could make money in.
I am now working overseas, but I can't shake the flying bug. I am married and have two kids, but I am still young. I am scared to death of risking everything and doing one of those expensive accelerated courses in the states, so I have been considering over the next six years or so, steadily plugging away at building time and ratings, with the hopes of in six years getting a regional job or a instructor position. I would actually like to eventually fly in the Mid-east or asia. Is patience the best route that may pay off or should I just scrap the idea? Thoughts?