congratulations mountaineer...
You've got a great airplane that should last you for a long time. Just don't get too overconfident with it like I did my stick the other day! (We won't go there). I've flown RTF, ARF, and KIT--KIT is BY FAR the most satisfying. Not only that, they are BY FAR the best flying. Your kit was put together so well, I guarantee you you'd notice a difference if you flew an arf. It my fly very similar, but your's is much better, and will last much longer (normal wear and tear, I'm talking). ARF's are fun, and definitely have their place, but you did the right thing here. You now know more about airplanes than you ever would have had you not built the kit! Plus, now that you have a fun flyer that isn't a trainer, you can relax on your next build. no hurry now. Get yourself a project and take your time, while you hone your skills on the four star!