Like WRX, I made the switch a few years ago, and have posted about that. I am currently in my 4th year at a regional after some part time charter and flight instruction. I spent 20 years in engineering before coming to a regional. I have kept up my engineering certifications (Professional Engineering license) and could get a six figure job within a month if I quit flying. I hope I NEVER have to go back!! I have more time off, visit more people/places than I ever have before, and truly enjoy what I do every single day. There is good and bad to everything, but this is a great job!
Jamesnobreaks, the thought of building my own plane makes me want to stab myself in the eye with a hot poker and pour salt in it. I do, however, still fly the old Cessna 150 on a regular basis!