Did you achieve it? if not what are you doing for a job now?\n\nI wanted to be a pilot, my eyesight and maths failed me. Right now i'm at a supermarket but i'm moving into OH&S.
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I would like to be happy when I am older.
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After having been in the same career for 15 years i eventualy began looking for something new and more fulfilling. The first question you have to ask is what interests me? once you answer that question the path becomes more clear. for me it was going from computer operations work to become an EMT. Once i decided that i wanted to know more about the field i threw myself into research, going to local fire departments, finding out about the training and what volunteer opportunities there are to get my feet wet. I have since been certified while still working at my current job, i volunteer with a rescue squad and do some volunteer work at a local emergency room at a hospital. i am working towards getting into the FD or a private ambualnce service but am content to keep my current job until an opportunity i like comes along. But you must ask yourself that first question.
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Hi Swifty\n\ni was in the same boat..But I roughed it out. I know that some of the thing being taught to you now....75% you will for get or never use in your lifetime.\n\nBut....If you wish to life a good life and a good future......stick it out....trust me.\n\nNow That I am an adult ...I love to learn..I will die learning.\n\nLife is the ultimate test the you will ever endure. There are no text books or manuals. But you Will live and learn by your actions in life.\n\nMake learning fun...look where you are at now.\n\nHere in Answers you can learn...give advice....or vent if you choose to to so.\n\nI have graduated....I have a University Degree....and I am still learning....you will never stop learning.\n\nThe easiest thing you can ever do in life is give up....takes no effort...or no hard decision making.\n\nBut in life my Friend...you sacrifice nothing...you gain nothing. \n\nMake an effort to rough it out...you will be happy you did...trust me! If you do not have at hate very least a High school Diploma...no employer will even con cider hiring you.\n\n\nDo you want a good future or work at MC Donald's for $8.00/hr...The balls is in your hands now.....SHOOT !
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Very few people actually become pilots. I have a friend of mine who joined the Air- force as flying officer but never given chance to even sit in a fighter plane. So please do the necessary research before joining it. This is my personal opinion.
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engineering is hard work.  I am studying it right now.  I think it is not for me, but i'm gona finish my degree, because i've already been in school for 3 years and only really started having fun when i started reading lit.,  I think engineers create constant stress for themselves and feel the need to always work harder.  \n\nOf course you can be a pilot, but i suggest you find out if it is really for you, first. take some lessons on the side.  Watch some movies.  It is probably hard to make this kind of decision with the kind of stress you are under, so take you time and think about it.\n\nYou will be probably thinking a lot less, being a pilot.  It is like transitioning from being the principle to a Janitor, relativly speeking.  Not that being a pilot is a bad thing, but you will have a lot less responsibility in terms of decisions.  The only time you would have to make quick decitions is if the plane wasn't working and you need to save the people, but that probably won't happen and you probably won't be able to help them anyway.\n\nSo i can't really make the decision for you, but i know i'm getting out of engineering, before the plane goes down.
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Consider an aviation program. My college roommate during my junior year was an aviation major. I haven't heard from him lately but rumor has it he is currently a pilot.
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First of all you will need to take your first flight with an instructor to see if you will like it. Second you will need to take ground school courses and start flight lesson in a single engine aircraft with an instructor. One website you can check out is www.beapilot.com\nEyesight is not a problem unless you plan on being a fighter pilot. You just need your glasses to be up to date. Height could be a problem if you exteemly small. How tall are you?\n\nBy the way, Im about to start myself. Its been a life long dream of mine and I cant wait. I have more info if you want to contact me. Best of luck!!
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Yep, I managed to do both things for a living. Pilot and police officer. You may not know now but it is never to early to start thinking about it. The best thing I can tell you to do is try things. There are a lot of programs where young kids get to do things with real people in careers like law enforcement, aviation, fire department, and  nursing just to name a few of them. Most agency's have an explorer program that will get you hands on time and see what you like. Knowledge is a powerful thing the lack of knowledge sucks. Absorb all that you can so when it is time for you to decide it will be a snap for you!!\nGood Luck
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There are some really nice pilot training schools throughout the country.  Not sure if there is one in Texas though.  The pay is fairly good, but like long distance truck drivers, if you count the time you are not actually at home, then that alone narrows it down to a lower pay scale.  If you had an email address posted, I would ask a few people whom I know, then I would tell you.  But you don't, so I can't.  Click on my avatar, and email me.  I can get back to you as soon as I can.  See ya.
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My daughter didn't know what she wanted to do after graduating high school, so spent the next year working in a resort community. After getting to know the police officers there, she started to look into being a police officer. She's now close to graduating from college, and is attending the police academy. What I'm saying is that many kids don't know what they want to be until they get involved with something. Then, their natural talents kick in, and they begin to realize what they're good at. So, look at your talents. What are you really into? What feels more like fun than work? I think it's great to hear someone say that they get to work at what they love and ,oh by the way, they get paid to do it too! When you're excited about your job, you know that that's where you need to be. Whether that's waitressing or wheeling & dealing with corporations, enjoying your job is much better for you all around. Of course, having ANY job now days is better than nothing. I guess you need to look at the reasons behind you wanting to transfer. Don't just go to a college because of where it's located. That can get boring really quick. Look at what they have to offer. Also, look at your own talents. Line up what you have with what these colleges have to offer and see what sticks out. If your grades have been really decent, most colleges would be glad to have you. If your grades weren't so hot, you might consider going to a tech school, and get trained for a specific trade. It's cheaper and quicker. Hope you have much success in your career choice. <*)))><
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I wanted to be a postal Inspector, but i was treated so shabby in the interview, I bailed out.\n\nI have no regrets and I do not dwell on the "shoulda woulda coulda"
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I personally didn't go yet. I wasn't ready yet, but most likely going in September. I had to figure out what I wanted to do with my life first.Did you go? And if so why did you go to college?
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I was a female in the navy for 4 yrs. I learn a lot and had great fun doing it. The freinds you make in there last forever and it is a different kinda friends too. More special I would say. I got out in 96 and still talk to a few of my closer friends. As far as jobs no it didnt help me in a way, the job I had was an operational specialist. radar, navagation, and that kinda stuff near the bridge of the ship ( top ) If I had it to do over again I would make sure that the job I got was one that would trasfer to a civilian job. Which mine didnt. But having been in the Navy looks great on resumes.I will never regret my choice to join. What an andverture. traveling was the best. Singapore, Guam, Hawii,Hong Kong, Germany, Persian Gulf, Dubai let alone the states. I would strongly recommend if to a female for sure, specially if you have no outlook for college or anything like that. Cause I didnt even want to think of college.. So I hope you choose what is good for you and have fun doing whatever it is that the future stores. Best of luck to you
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Just insane! I can't even begin to describe it. So much has happened and so much is yet to happen- do you get the feeling that there will be more challenges and big things to come?? I kinda feel like I've learnt a lot but still have a long way to go ! I'm optimistic and excited- but it doesn't make sense to other people because I can't explain why :) lol\n\nI also agree- don't be a wuss and take the easy option- make the right choices (no matter how hard) and be ready to face the consequences! (I know lots of ppl that don't understand me when I say that!)\n\nGo Leo!!!! :)
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Sorry...I'm not a pilot, but I definitely have a smile on my face now !!!\n\nThanks for the laugh ;P
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I think I can handle this one.....choose another job.  Seriously.  Sure, flying around hanging out the back of a helicopter with a mini gun would be a lot of fun, but frankly, Delta or United just aren't looking for gunners on their new Boeing 777's.  \n\nIf your intention is to go in, do 4 years, get the college bennefits, and have a good time, then knock yourself out.  If you are looking to go in, get a skill, then choose something a little more technical.  I would recommend something in the medical, aviation mechanical field, or computers doing base networking (good money with the skills you learn!) or perhaps something in Comm where you can use your skills working for a cable company, telecommunications, etc.  Basically, a general rule when enlisting, is the more fun the job is when you are in, the less chance you can get paid to do it on the outside!  \n\nAlso, consider the Air National Guard.  Do the fun stuff part time, while going to school, or working a civilian job.  I'm still in the ANG, now in the Fuels career field.  Any questions about the guard, just ask.
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Not weird at all!  I've been home since 2002.  Started off, the birth of my last child, and now ended off being medical, had a cornea transplant last december and now about to have the other eye done next month.  I am excited that I should have perfect eyesight beginning next summer, but I am estatic that I may be able to go out and get a job.  Mind you, not a career, my family is my career and I had my own graphic design business, but I mean a J.O.B.  As most career women like yourself, we began working so early and for so long that we don't know how to do nothing.  Alright, so find something to do.  What do you do as a hobby now?  Make it your own career.  Do you know, this million dollar 'make a bear' business started as a hobby?  I'm sure there is something that you like to do everyday that people just know its Your knack.  Take it a parlay it into your new career move.  I'm sure making some money on the side wont hurt either! smile, good luck.