I'll say shooting to make it simple but in my case I'm also including all the activities that used to take up much of my time like stopping in any shop I passed or researching the latest gear or techniques.

If you too seem to be devoting less time to the hobby/addiction let's hear why.

My reason is that on March 23 I had surgery. Bilateral total hip replacement to be specific. My time is now spent in therapy or sitting on ice. My internet research is mostly looking for tips on getting back on my feet. This also got me away from shooting a few months prior to the procedure due to inability to walk without pain to hang targets etc.

I'm hoping my case is extreme but have noticed several shooting buddies just kind of disappearing from time to time. What situations/events cut into your trigger time or keep you away from the hobby from time to time?