It's been many years since my last SKN, and many years since my last CW contact.  Only had one QSO, but after 45 minutes of pounding the old key my fist was getting cramped. Still had lots of fun.  I used my original hombrew 6L6 Novice transmitter that's been in storage since 1972 - it still works!  I was lucky to have a crystal for the current CW segment of 40m.  I'm planning to participate again in next year's SKN.  73