Well, I'm not getting any younger and with sheltering in place for who knows how long and the ubiquitous if not now, when, I ordered a hammered dulcimer!
What a learning curve it will be, but I think my biggest hurdle will be keeping my cat away --- he's into everything. The dulcimer is being strung now and will be shipped shortly. And as far as a tuner, it comes with a Snark which was recommended (so will that make me Snarky??).
And Gary RV Wizard, one of the makers is in Black Mountain! Small world.
When I can play something besides Mary Had a Little Lamb, I'll let you all know!