Eh.
Buying a violin because of a sudden urge to buy the violin. Bit risky but I like your attitude towards it. I used to like the idea of playing instruments, tried the violin and the piano but got bored.
9 years later I got passionate about learning certain songs on the piano, and I taught myself. This time I felt strongly about the instrument and the music, rather than just the idea of playing it. Haven't looked back. c:
People who just like the thought or the look of playing an instrument... they are the ones who fail.
I rented a student Stentor 4/4 outfit when I was 13. Started playing on my own and I loved it. Only had it for a week though, "take lessons or buy one yourself" said my father. So, I did. Five years later.
should have got a guitar to get the babes
I sort of lied when I said my "first" instrument.

It's an Ibanez Soundgear that my father bought for me for my birthday/jazz band in 2008, and I like playing it but it's still not my thing. My dad plays it mostly.
All of the instruments I had before this one (Wooden Alto Recorder, Bass guitar, etc) were purchased as gifts. This is my first instrument
I bought myself.