Originally Posted by Std Deviation

Even with the bonus it's rough. 75 hrs a month (post training of course) with little or no per diem. Not a complainer, but there's more month than money and I live modestly. Psychologically, I can see the perspective of dropping a commute and increasing pay out of the gate. I've got friends suggesting I apply at AA and from what I gather could get DFW FO right out of the gate (on the shady 80). Still sticking it out at B6 with the mindset that everyday is cold, wet, and sandy and the only easy day was yesterday...

So don't be offended if I slam click and survive off protein shakes and Blue Chips for four days. Can't be sipping beers while the wife worries when the next mortgage payment can be made.