You are still relatively young and anything could happen in the next 20 years. Sometimes you just need to persevere until an opportunity presents itself or you

You are still relatively young and anything could happen in the next 20 years. Sometimes you just need to persevere until an opportunity presents itself or you just get plain lucky. A couple of good years can give you a buffer that sets you up for the rest of your life. Lots of people people live pay check to pay check all of their working lives despite living what appears to be a the opposite, so don't knock yourself down. The one thing I would be worried about though is your partner, she may be supportive now but this isn't going to last forever. Do not take her for granted and show her that you are trying everyday. Life is a lot harder on your own and you don't want to find this out for yourself. Do not give up, ever.