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ParticipantCould be, but we’ve had a great time aspiring to dreams large and small. Not everything works out in life, but, sometimes, even those experiences can lead you to a destination you might never have imagined. IMO, it’s all about perspective.
Participant[quote=doofrat]Hi Flyer,
When you’re flying a large aircraft, does it feel like you’re sitting in the nose of a gigantic aircraft, strapped into a smaller plane, or driving a bus?
Always wondered this…[/quote]doofrat, I’ve heard lots of different perspectives of this from other pilots, but, for me, I feel like I’m sitting at the end of a long tube–viewing the world below–with complete control in three dimensions. It’s an awesome experience from the front row seats.
ParticipantSince we all have different opinions of what life is really about–nothing is a one-size-fits-all–so “making the most of each day” is definitely open to interpretation.
For me, and I guess I could probably speak for my family and most people I know, “making the most of each day” for us would be continuing to pursue our dreams, because we find that pursuit interesting and fulfilling, or helping our families and others, or many other things. Things we may or may not be able to do after we leave this world.
ParticipantAs an airline pilot, I’m extremely familiar with everything you’ve mentioned, but I’d still like to see a tracking system that could not be deactivated in flight, so, regardless of the scenario, we could get the last known position of the aircraft.
ParticipantHaving piloted the 777, IMO, it’s a great aircraft.
As far as tracking. It is my understanding that most new aircraft (commercial and private) will have ADS-B Out — the Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast Out system installed, and that older aircraft can and will be retrofitted.
Each aircraft will transmit it’s position automatically without the use of radar. This will enable more efficient tracking up to the point of the last known location.
ParticipantI’ve always thought the way life flows is God’s very clever conundrum, in, that, just when we think we have everything nailed–the job, the money, the house, the kids, the retirement etc., etc.–ding-ding-ding–time’s up!
That’s why, IMHO, regardless of what we believe or don’t believe about eternity, we all know our mortality will come to an end, so IMHO, all we can do is make the most of each and every day.
ParticipantLike many people, we’ve traveled extensively for many years. We started young, with the kids, as many of you are doing, because we never wanted to wait until we “retired” to see everything we wanted to see.
Apart from “historical” fact-finding trips and visiting all of the National Parks, which we all enjoyed when the kids were young, my wife and I and some friends, have been trying to spend time each year at some of the most beautiful beaches and golf courses in the world–just to name a few ideas.
ParticipantHopefully, not, but we’ll see. I can see modifications occurring in the future, but I doubt if it will be fully repealed.
I can’t deny that our family and extended family have greatly benefited from that proposition, as have many long-time residents, so I can understand how it could annoy some people.
ParticipantSounds like a special kid, scaredy. Great to hear a dad talk that way about his son.
The world can be a tough place, especially for kids today–since their dreams and reality don’t always come together–but there will always be the exceptions who find their niche and thrive.
My kids were some of the lucky ones, and your son may be also.
ParticipantMore good points, Joe.
Even in my own life this played out. After college, my goal was to be hired as a pilot by a major airline ASAP. As luck/fate would have it, a friend’s Dad happened to be the Chief Pilot for the airline I most wanted to fly for. Many years later I’m still there, and have enjoyed every minute of the ride.
Personally, I think many young people (and parents) today are being sold a bogus promise that education in, and of itself, will automatically lead their children to the life of their dreams, and, as we’ve seen with many of our kids friends, that has not played out in real life.
We’ve seen many disappointed young people of late– who thought life came with a guarantee–because everyone around them told them it did. Apart from education, our kids knew we would help them with connections, and, as you and I both mentioned, that element has turned out to be the most valuable resource of all.
It was even a major factor with regard to my daughter getting into med school, and my other kids would, most likely, never have become execs in the film business without my wife’s connections.
ParticipantI completely understand the stress many of you who are parents of young children are going through with the school situation in the areas you’ve mentioned, especially since we have friends who are in the same boat, but I can tell you, it’s not going to get any easier as time goes on.
In our kid’s age group (early to late 20’s) many parents are stressing over why, after after sending their kids to elite private schools, and incredible universities, many are still have difficulty finding their “dream jobs,”–especially if they want to stay in San Diego–and buying their own homes (unless the parents purchase it for them, as we have) is pretty much out of the question.
In the final analysis, our kids ended up finding their “dream jobs” through family connections, even though they all had great educational backgrounds, so, IMO, education is wonderful, but, to keep it in perspective, there are truly many variables that lead one to success.
ParticipantSince none of the communities being discussed even existed when we purchased in RSF, it has been interesting to visit all of them with friends who are looking in the area.
There are definitely pros and cons to each area, but our friends have mentioned they don’t want anything east of I-15– for various reasons–no matter how great the house is.
As far as the OP is concerned, IMO, as long as you can actually “afford” the house–whether prices go up or down–you’ll enjoy the area, regardless of where you buy.
My wife and I were raised in LJ, and,–although we’ve lived all over the world–we feel San Diego is one of the finest places on earth.
ParticipantAll of your questions are excellent considerations concerning the purchase you desire to make, and I’m sure you’ll receive lots of advice here.
We faced a similar choice when we moved from Carmel Valley to Rancho Santa Fe many years ago. In Carmel Valley everything was basically “outside your front door” as it is in Del Sur and 4S Ranch–schools, shopping, etc.
In RSF, as you might find in The Lakes, you’ll have to make more effort to accomodate your children’s needs. That said, in The Lakes, you will still be much closer to everything you need even if you do buy there, than we were in RSF.
In the end, since this was our chance to buy our forever dream home at an incredible price, we chose RSF over convenience. Our kids attended private schools anyway, and we were able to get them to all of their activities. Over twenty years later, we’re all glad we made the choice we made.
All of that said, of course, there are no guarantees concerning real estate purchases. When we purchased our home, we knew we would, most likely, be staying it the house for the rest of our lives, so that was not a factor in our decision.
If you feel you may desire, or may need to sell, you’ll have to factor that variable into the equation as well.
Hopefully, there will be some factor that will influence your decision one way or the other, and I wish you the best!
Participant[quote=FlyerInHi][quote=flyer]A couple of our nieces husbands who recently graduated from great colleges just became firefighters, while both of the girls are MD’s. A sign of the times?[/quote]
Pilots make what now? $20k starting salary. unless you’re from rich family, the job is not that cool.
I think that the typical white male w/ high school and some college is in trouble as far as social standing. Girls study harder and will get better degrees.
Technology is now well a established sector of the economy. Except for a few, bluster and creativity will not open doors and pay the bills. Advanced degrees are required these days. The high value workers are from all over the world, Ukraine, Serbia, China, India, etc… with masters and doctorates. Look at the demographics of graduate schools.
Not saying that it’s right or wrong, only that people will have to make psychological adjustments. I’m OK with being a stay at home husband. Would not bother me one bit.
Flyer, I know you like to advocate “living the life of your dreams”…. But statistically how many really get to do that?[/quote]
First, thanks Xbox for the info on firefighters. Hopefully the kids in the family who have chosen this field will be some of the lucky ones.
Regarding aviation and pilots, FIH. There have been many reports that confirm what you mentioned about the low pay scale today. The $20K you mentioned mostly applies to a co-pilot with a small commuter airline, not one of the major carriers.
That, along with the expense of pilot training, is why there is, and will continue to be such a tremendous pilot shortage, which will result in, you guessed it, MUCH higher airfares and fees.
If you want to be a pilot today, you have to be prepared to fork out at least $150K for training, + the cost of your college degree (if you want to be hired by a major airline), and after all that, there’s still no guarantee you’ll be hired. One mistake in the “sim” and it’s “bye-bye” at the first interview. Believe me, I’ve seen it.
Even though my grandparents paid for all of their grandchildren’s educational pursuits–college + pilot training for me, med school for others, etc.,etc., if I were a kid today, and interested in aviation, I doubt if I would pursue it.
On the + side, in my general age group, 40’s-50’s+ $300K+ is not an uncommon annual income. In addition to that, you add lots of perks and benefits, thanks to the union. Plus, it’s almost impossible to be fired, (not that I’ve tried) so, yes, for me I lived the dream I had from the time I was 16–but for younger generations of pilots, that is largely no longer true.
The job also gave me the financial ability to invest in property from the time I was fairly young, have a family, etc., etc., so I have no complaints, but, I do agree that, sadly, “living your dreams” is much more difficult today.
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