Glad you had a good trip out AA. Sounds like you were in my hunting ground for a while today, Swindon, Compton etc.
The feeling of satisfaction never goes away after an enjoyable days flying, hasn't done for me anyway and it's been 12 years now.
DON'T LET YOUR LICENCE LAPSE NOW YOU HAVE IT!!!!!!!
I know too many people who have and they regret it.
Safe flying..........