"How would you guys define your passion for aviation?"
Airline flying isn't for everyone, I'm not sure it's for me! One thing I am sure of is I couldn't do anything but fly, but 121 isn't the only thing out there. Honestly I think a dream job would be flying regionally in someones BE200. I'm a big fan of flying 135 (cargo/pax) right now, and I'll keep doing so until I find something I am sure of. Don't let the negativity of so many of the posts get you down, it's important to remember that one of the major qualifications for a professional pilot is being able to complain about everything. And complain we do, and often. For that I appologize, because I'm just as guilty as anyone! What I'm trying to say is don't base everything on what you read. Go fly! Then decide if it's for you!