If you're a new hire, but an old guy (48) how do you navigate the initial bid?

My case:
48 years old (17 years left)
Live close to MCO (will always commute from there)
8xxx series SSN - so I think that helps bidding initially
Goal: Maximize income over 17 years, while minimizing commutes (1-2 trips per month [even if they're longer] is better than 3-4 trips per month).

I hear 73, 7ER, 765 are now doable bids as a new hire. I have no idea what life is actually like on any of those.

ATL seems like the obvious choice commuting from MCO. But is it?

I have a dream: Be gone 10-12 days per month - make captain pay within 5-6 years. Don't care about weekends, red-eyes, etc. (no kids at home). Biggest thing is fewer trips. Length of trips, not an issue. I'd rather do 12 days on, 20 off. Instead of 3 on, 5 off. Don't know if that's even a thing at DAL.

Am I dreaming too big? What bids make the most sense for that? Reminder: only 17 years before I'm out.

Any thoughts would help - even if you just want to make fun of me - witty jokes welcome.

Thanks.