In regards to a pilot shortage:

If all you want out of life is a part 121 job then you are in luck. There is no shortage of companies looking for people to throw their lives away. Getting an airline job is easier now than it ever has been.

Stick to it and your dreams will be fulfilled. Your days off can be spent eating top ramen while daydreaming in your studio apartment about your next four day trip.

Skyhigh