Don't give up dude, where there is a problem there is a solution. for the spouse visa you might not even need that much in the savings, will depend on a lot of other factors, (and if you do go for a spouse visa, if its not granted first time, they can usually be one on appeal. (human rights and all that)

The forum is here to help, remember that there are many people who have been in your situation and they can and will help..

Good luck, and anything we or others can do we will.

No no more negative talk, lets get the solution for you