Just another happy soul here.
I left behind a very well paid career to pursue my dream. I was happy in my old job, but would always be looking to the skies. I'm now earning similar money, but the max salary here is less. Am I complaining? NO WAY! Flying is the best thing ever. In fact, if I could afford it, I'd be happy on a light single forever.
Oh, I had people suggest that I could stay in my old job and just pay to rent planes. Nope, that wouldn't do it. Then I wouldn't have a real "mission" to complete.
Keep it up. As long as you don't end up with a crap employer, this is the best job in the world.