Okay, so I've always been a pretty big Star Trek fan... Liked the OS, most of the movies (baring V, Nemesis, and Into Darkness), and TNG is one of my all time favorite shows.
Couldn't get into DS9 when it originally aired, but honestly didn't care too much to try. I didn't care for the concept at the time. Yes, I was one of those that was like, "What? Just a space station? That's not Trek." Over the years though, I've picked a few episodes through reruns here and there, thought it was okay I guess, but again, not a fair shake.
Anyway, FINALLY got around to giving the series a proper run-through, and having just finished season 2... holy shit was I mistaken. This is some good shit. I feel like like there's even a bit more consistency at the same point in time comparing TNG.
Basically how it went for me as well. My only issue with DS9 is Avery Brooks acting but just have to let that go so I can enjoy the rest of it lol.