Become a detective

So you want to become a detective. That's cool. I understand the interest in this type of work. When you become a detective, at least on tv, it sure looks cool. Although, I wonder if it is that cool? I also wonder if the sitting around and waiting would be boring. I don't have any friend who went to become a detective, so I don't really know anyone I can ask for first hand experience. However, I'm wondering if you become a detective, you could tell me when you've got the experience behind you. Let me know if you like being a detective. Is it fun? Was being a detective everything you hoped? How as the money? These are things people will want to know.