yes. started with $8/hr in 2008 just to get first feedback on a profile when I was back in Belarus and now charging $100/hr. While it is not full time now - I am really satified with the fact I am working on what I like and get paid really well for that.

and oDesk gave me ability to get in USA (found my future H-1b sponsor on oDesk.) so I have personal bias :)