Slightly off-topic, I know, but:
That's a shame bubba, to have finished your career without experiencing the beauty of flying a FBW Airbus. A truly remarkable airplane.
"beauty" - I don't think so. Clever it may be, especially the general ergonomics, comfort & system design, but as far as getting a kick out of flying them; well, it's rather like eating a toffee with the wrapper still on.