... and it freakin' HURT! I went to a jam hosted by a guitar player and drummer I used to play with, figuring I might be somewhat OK by now. I can get through a few very simple songs as long as I don't apply too much pressure on my middle and ring finger tips.

I took my bass with the lowest action, but even with the low action, after 6 months and 3 weeks, I've still got quite a bit of work to do to get back into playing shape.