I love it! Loved GB too! (actually i didn't have a problem with froyo) I have no problem with the notification bar. In fact i think i like it better. I like the Swype keybord better, i like the vibrant colors, I'm a big ics fanboy now.
I love it. I feel like my phone has realized its full potential now. It feels more responsive, snappy and refined. I'm not the type to rave over every new os either. I could not stand Froyo at all! And GB was like a girlfriend that you settled for - nice and dependable but rather plain looking and dull.