I play rhythm guitar, I play the drums (poorly), I play the bass (like a rhythm guitarist), I play the piano (like a rhythm guitarist) and I dabble with some other instruments. I play the guitar because at a young age a friend of mine played and we decided to start a band together. I was in my first band at 12 years old, playing Bowie tunes. I had a band called The New Green back in Michigan but had to move to NC. I wanted to still record my songs etc but didn't know anyone. Therefore I taught myself how to "get by" on the drums. The piano and bass I've always dabbled with.
Music rules! I need a nicer ukulele though, you are right, they are fun. So are mandolins. -right @AnSionachRua@? FYI, I asked this similar question a while back in this post and got some good answers