Marshall - I have no problem with anyone who can seek to earn a living doing what they enjoy - indeed, that might be the ideal most people strive for in life. I enjoy some, and maybe most of what I do for a living, but I really enjoy homebrewing and all that goes with it.
In short - Don't let anyone deter you in your pursuits. I don't think there is any diminishment of value in what you guys publish/say/do, just because you happen to cover a portion of your costs or even make a profit while doing your homebrewing and providing information to others. I find great value in your commentary. Please keep it up.
But, man, that is a long work day you have....