To fly or not to fly?

[Rishy]

Folks,

I'm after some of your thoughts/experiences.

Quick overview of my situation:

PPL in March 2009, now studying ATPL with BGS part-time. First 8 exams done and passed, on with second lot. My question concerns currency.

For various reasons I am compelled to finish my ATPL studies before the end of the year. This takes up a lot of my time during evenings and weekends. I haven't flown since the beginning of December and I'm now really starting to miss getting up and about over Northumberland.

I know, however, that safety ultimately boils down to currency (and a few other things, obviously). Should I try and maintain my practical skills at least, say, once a month by doing a skills check with my CFI or be patient and wait until I have the time to fly more regularly?

I'm open minded on this one folks so I'd like to hear as many differing opinions as possible.

Thanks in advance

Tim