Amen. Often when out with coworkers for drinks I'll spill 1 or 2 of the amazing experiences I've been a part of and folks are incredulous. As long as I am making enough to live the kind of life I want to provide for my family who cares if I'm middle management or some executive. When I get bored I'll spend 6 months on some new adventure, then go back to my staid boring life in industry. Don't need the headaches that come with becoming an executive or running an independent business.