I was also a wannabe since I was very little. Then, when I turned 31 I thought "what the heck".
I started with a Traxxas Stampede, sold it to buy an Emaxx, then a trainer plane. Now my Emaxx is standing in the LHS to sell so I can by a better radio.
I have shares in the LHS. At least, I should have. I at least paid for the building while enjoying this hobby!