Too many venues that need to "fall on their sword",but are unaware of it.Know your place and understand when your time is up.
Lou,as long as there's records in your box (and Woody's) there's nothing to stop you having playing sessions round at friends or at home.Bottle of wine each, and rip the scene to bits.We do it every fortnight.Does you good.You'll end up planning your next night out before you know it.
Choose your venues wisely, and the people you mix with.Makes a hell of a difference if the music is a bit flaky in parts.Especially on the 2 hour drive home.