5stone - +1 that is my story almost exactly.

My personal opinion is that there is a right tool for the job. I wouldn't drive a pickup truck in downtown for an office job commute, nor would I haul lumber in a prius off-road.

My general opinion is - why hate on people who are doing something they enjoy and not affecting you or anyone else in any way whatsoever? The reason why they do it is up to them and doesn't matter to me. Good for them for finding something that is challenging that they enjoy doing.