Neo, I guess I'm trying to say that even if the new car smell fades you'll find other things to hold your fascination. I have to admit that I don't have the same joy of discovery and sheer exhilaration as when I started out but I derive as much or more enjoyment from playing than I ever did. While I don't play the knuckle busters like I use to I'm able to impart an emotional depth to music that really interests me (mostly blues and old Irish and Scottish tunes) that I never could have back in my salad days. I've got a feeling that getting mechanical and meaningless is more of a concern for those who earn their living at it.
Oh yeah, another thing that has kept things fun is studying the guitar playing of Joseph Spence these past few years. Absorbing some of the aspects of his loose-limbed, off the cuff style has opened up some new possibilities for me.

Regards, Frankie