Welcome to the forum. As you may recall from your FA days, pilots whine and complain about alot of things and this forum is no different. Take from the good and pay little attention to the bad and you will be fine. If I can be of assistance in your trek to the front seat don't hesitate to ask. I have flown with several first officers at CAL who led previous lives as FAs. I admire them big time and they have been some of the better pilots skill wise. You will do great!!!