Josh Smith wrote:

We are lucky people, us devs. Count your blessings, my friends!!

I've often thought the same thing. I don't think there is any other profession that I'd be this satisfied with and I'm truly glad I found this niche. Although I don't get to do much coding these days, I find I am at my happiest when I'm immersed with a programming project. The hours just fly by and I actually look forward to going to work.