[targa88]

My perspective is a little different, mind you I do not work in the IT environment. Service industry - anyway - the job is certainly not a thrill. However, I can do it with some degree of proficiency and the pay is more than reasonable. So it provides the means to an end: whatever that may be. I understand that it consumes a large part of the day; and I would not have imagined 20+ years ago that I would be doing this (brought my 16 year old son to work: "Dad what a boring job you have"). But it allows me to spend quality time with my family, big boys have big toys, etc...
I did not have that opportunity before. Also, if you have your health, there is no limit to what you can do. Try something different and totally out of character. Take a sabbatical, while you are still young enough to enjoy it.
At the risk of sounding cliche: Life is worth living, so don't waster your time!