Kevin,

>>All I can relay are my own experiences, and that over the last year I've spoken with more and more people who have had similar experiences.

I'm quite sure your experience is shared by a vast congregation, many of whom will be consultants like you who have made or are contemplating a move to Java or Python or dotNET or wherever they see the best consultancy revenue. Message received loud and clear!

>>I don't recall using specific words that convey a complete dismissal of other experiences.

I don't recall using specific words to accuse you of that. ;-) My issue is that we endure frequent and often well-meaning attempts to educate the lumpen masses, based on an assumption that the would-be tutor's perspectives and experience are prevalent and that those who differ need to be shown the light. In extreme cases we even see posters characterizing themselves as scorned prophets like John the Baptist. I wish people would accept that the gifts of grace and intellect come from God, not just because somebody selected the latest development tool. I've expressed this same message in at least ten different ways now, so I'm happy to leave it there if you like.