Chapper,that's how it is with a LOT of skilled people! They're so use to being in a certain "state" when they're applying the skills of their trade...that when they quit,and get off the liquor,pot..or even beer...their skills mysteriously erode! I've seen it happen more than a few times in the past! It's amazing how some of these skilled labor wizards do the great work that they do..while being DRUNK..or STONED on one narcotic or another! I suppose primer,paint thinner...and paint,sure don't help the situation,either!