and, I assume this IS that drum that came with you 2½ years ago.. (if not, I apologize!)

It is a truly sad thing when you lose a part of yourself like that...never give up, for as you say, window breakers are not likely to keep and old "drum".....and, if I can help with new sticks (I have made several)(and I know, you need to 'feel' the balance & weight)...( I can even do even purple...though not from that special wood...)