Joe-

And to others in a similar situation for that matter. I'm very sorry, my message didn't come across as I had hoped, my bad.

I am in the same boat as you, I work a second job as well, money is tight, the house I live in does come at a significant price. Unfortunately these are all things I knew would happen when I started here. I agree with you in that I wish they paid us more, I think everyone feels they are worth more. The point that I was trying to make was that there are positives to our current situation. I guess trying to look on the bright side. It was my thinking out loud that got me into trouble...

I've considered the fact that if I do get furloughed, that may be a sign that it's time to find a profession that rewards me in a way I see more fit. Not complaining, just making contingency plans. I love flying like just about everyone else, but reality, at least for me, is a pain in the you know what.

Point is, I do stand with you, as do many Mesaba pilots I'm sure, but I can only imagine these are the dues that must be paid that everyone speaks of putting in.