You have any idea what it's like to go for six months without a soul?

Yah... I did not do any professional coding since 1999 - and 'damned' little for the 2 years previous. I did it for the money, and the ability to do great good (guiding technology for a company and employees I cared about). It is one of the few decisions I regret in my life - but I am 'back' now... (much) Poorer, but happier.

Congratulations!