Choices in the $8k range, down to 3

[eman1200]

I know I'm posting this on a ROLEX forum, but if you were, say, ME, and you DIDN'T own a Rolex but would like to have one (really leaning towards a new GMT II, TT GMT would be a stretch but is just gorgeous), but also really need/want a deck on my house, but also have always wanted to get my pilots license.....but could only do one of these three...which would you choose?!?!? it's driving me nutz!

the watch is just gorgeous and would last a lifetime

the deck is kind of a necessity, and I feel would be a pretty good investment

getting a pilots license, to me, would just be a great challenge to take on, but I think would be the most expensive and is just a long term commitment that if for any reason I couldn't continue, would end up being a waste. but this seems to be the most fun and rewarding.

just figured I'd see what you guys think. thanks!