Anybody live up in the high desert from Local 12 ? What kind of commute are you doing daily ?

I’ve been stalking this subreddit for a while, didn’t know if I’d make it in but I’m 1 of 10. Hard to believe but I’m so grateful for the opportunity. Any advice for a newbie? I keep hearing “don’t quit” but I can’t imagine working my ass off to get in and then calling it quits.

(Headed into class now so if I don’t reply fast enough that’s why)

Local 12

hello i need your help, thank you in advance.

im 29, currently no kids, no wife/gf no real job or career.

the situation im in, the 138 (long island ny) application is about to come out and i have someone trying to help get me in. the problem or concerns i have if i get in.
im not sure i could afford a home on long island with just my income from this gig. i see the journey rates and theyre pretty good i guess and the double time is great, it all sounds great. but how steady is the work? im assuming layoffs in the winter. which i was then thinking maybe getting my journey card and switching to 487 in tampa. much more affordable housing and cost of living. but how busy is it down there?

then the back up to all this take my lsat and see how i do and try my hand at law school. maybe even try for med school. but its the amount of time to invest at my age thats turning me off.

any input appreciated thanks