Speaking of fading senses, I happened to run across a shocking (but old) article. As many as 50 million Americans could have hearing impairment due to loud music and other loud noices by 2050. And kids have 2 1/2 times the rate of hearing loss than their parents and grandparents.
http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2007/02/ ... 0AO0.shtmlSo be sure to keep your music at a safe level!