I think one of the guys that plays guitar in our band mentioned Dream Theater. I will have to listen to them!
So, I mentioned to the main instigator of the band that I was thinking of getting a bass and trying to learn to play it. He says, "I have one you can borrow for a while." So, that's a deal! And if I decide to keep playing, I may well be able to buy it from him!
I quickly realized that the fingers on my left hand will need to get stronger, and more sturdy! But I am pretty excited by it.
Oh, the kids and I went to the local pizza/Italian place tonight, and the waitress called me by name! That got a bit of a look from the kids! Too bad she's a youngster!