So, as I mentioned a while ago, I am now focusing on writing and working on shorter mixing gigs and taking the occasional other project (scoring, sound design, etc.). A lot of my time has been going to the commercial A/V work I have been doing for about a year now. Its a great gig.
I am currently working on developing a recording "co-op" model that could be used for sharing resources, space, etc. with a number of people who don't have access to gear but can combine resources to makes albums, write, jam, and generally just collaborate. It's very early, but there may be some good opportunities there.
later