Well, I am a bit rusty on the drums these days, but I did remember to bring a practice pad down to school last weekend. I also brought marching drum sticks (which I don't really like) so I could brush up on technical marching type stuff, which I hope will bring back some skill on my drum set whenever I go home next. It's all fun though. I've gotta say, after seeing how serious and almost competitive some musicians are, I've decided that there is a point when musicians are "good" and have a lot of fun doing what they do. I consider that the pinnacle of music. Yes, talent is very important, but you have to enjoy it. That's the mind set I've had while taking up the guitar. I don't plan on being the best guitarist around. Heck, I don't even know if I'll ever play the guitar in a band, but I am having a blast learning to play and don't have any regrets for buying the guitar.