Henry -
I was in your shoes about 4 years ago. Hadn't flown in 7 years. Got my self a good ole Ugly Stuck and went flying. It was almost like it had only been since only last weekend that I had flown. I did have somebody stand by me just in case though. Only prudent I thought. I agree with Mustang Man. Get your thumbs back before jumping into the serious dollar stuff. It really doesn't take long.