I would not chose working in a farm (BTDT) over the joy of coding but it is great to see someone find "their niche". Finding a job/career you love is really pretty rare and a bit of an under-appreciated luxury for those who do.
It's very true that most people wouldn't choose that life, but that's kind of what the author seems to be saying. I personally think that anything that makes you feel alive, even if it doesn't last forever, is the best way to go. Congrats to you, author