Great thoughts all - however we choose to make our music, it is wonderful therapy. Whether we are gigging and enjoying the challenges of crowd pleasing, or kicking back in our bedroom slippers with the phones on, playing an arranger (or other instrument) is always great for the soul. I don't know what I would do without music in my life. I am sure you all have the same feelings.

Great sentiments Dave and enjoyed reading all the responses on this subject!