In this I agree with you entirely. I never thought when I left in 2004 Id be back, I left for 1.5 years after playing for 1.5 years, and Im still playing 13.5 years later. Nothing has given me more hours/dollars or entertainment than Eve has. Its no longer a game but a microcosm of international study mixed with gameplay. People fascinate me and Eve has it all in that regard.
Now that said I both like and loath CCP for various reasons. And to CCP… dont stop you splendid 
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Think that sums up how I feel if you know what I mean.