I left the hobby about 2 years ago (but I still haunt the MFK website from time to time). I left the hobby due to my job. When I am at work, I don't regret the decision to get out but when I am home I do really miss it. I allowed my son to take over my tanks and he is doing the oscar thing. I really can't see getting back into the hobby anytime soon as I am gone from home 6 - 9 months out of the year, but I really like my job and don't see quiting anytime in the future. Good luck with your decision, I hope all works out.