XX621,
very good post, and very good readings. I think you made the right decision to keep your work alongside the route of becoming a pilot. So did I. I think many many factors come in play. Maybe too many to make it possible to give an answer.
One thing you should tale into consideration is that you do enjoy pilot's life really th every first couple of years. Then routine comes and many attractive considerations may fall. I mean, the game brings into it many factors that you may wish to consider before making the big jump. If you live in the US then maybe you'd have many other options to feed your need to fly. This is not the same in Europe. I'd say, go for it, but keep a backup door open. Always.