Absolutely. Before I got married, I made sure my wife knew the downfalls of being an on-demand pilot. She soon adjusted to the schedule or lack there of, even thought it occasionally causes frustration. She knows my job is a lot of who I am. She has always supported my carrer.

As far as "not letting my wife stand in the way", she doesn't. She stands beside me. I work to live, not live to work. Like you guys, I used to be married to aviation. One day you will realize that aviation does not reciprocate your feelings. She would have no problem kicking you out if you had a problem. A true wife would be there no matter what. That is why I would have to think hard about changing our whole life for a flying job.