What does she think is all doom and gloom? The ups and downs of the industry? The time away on the road? The starting pay? I ask because it could influence the answer. The industry isn't doom and gloom. It just isn't for everyone.

My wife and I met before I started the industry. We married shortly after I finished training for my first airline job. We had no children, and we both worked. While time on the road took some adjusting, I can't say it ever caused extreme hardship or pain. Her job kept her busy, and on her days off she was able to spend time with her family since we live in the same area they do.

Then we found out we were pregnant. It was extremely exciting. I was able to be home for our daughters birth, and was able to spend 4 weeks at home afterwards. I was home for her 1st Birthday, 1st Christmas, and many of her doctor visits in the 1st year of her life. I've spent some holidays on the road, and some at home. We have learned that for us it is never about the day, but about the time we spend together. We make arrangements to have Christmas, Thanksgiving, etc on days where we can get together with family because to us that is what is important.

Spending time on the road can be hard at times, but I actually don't mind it. It gives me time to catch on rest. I do less work at work then at home. Do I enjoy spending time away from my wife and daughter? No, but what I have gained is an appreciation for the time I HAVE with my wife and daughter. I never take it for granted. That's why it works for us. We are happy. My wife appreciates what I do for our family, and I appreciate her supporting my dream. You'll never know if you don't try, but realize it doesn't work for everyone.

Bottom line, you are going to get a TON of different answers. The industry experience is different for everyone.