Don`t want to get into details because I still have to tell my daughter, stepson, Mom, sisters and relatives. My best and closest friends know and can keep a secret. I got the absolute worst news I could imagine at the hospital today. I figured it would be bad but not as bad as it is. When my whole family finds out, I will say what it is. I don`t want anyone finding out accidentally. Sorry if it seems like I am keeping everyone in suspense.
651 2013-10-04 02:59:54
Re: Havent played since April. (31 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
652 2013-10-03 03:13:51
Re: Havent played since April. (31 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
dino48 wrote:
jjj you made it too Honoured member with your 1000 post's congratulations!!. Hope things will get better sooner.
That`s great but I wish it were for a different reason.
653 2013-10-02 10:56:32
Re: Havent played since April. (31 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Thank you to everyone for the support and good wishes. My wife has been hospitalized for the past 3 days. I spend as much time as I can there. Still trying to juggle everything and have been keeping it together so far. Thanks again.
654 2013-09-30 08:24:48
Re: Havent played since April. (31 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
zguitar wrote:
joeyjoeyjoey wrote:Too busy working and caring for my wife. Also trying to do the things she usually does. Grocery shopping, taking the dog to get groomed and just staying with her in case she needs anything.
Ok, did I miss something???? What's going on with the wife????
She fractured her back (recently). Can`t do anything. can only walk a few feet (with a walker). I havent been sleeping well. Working 12 hours a day and trying to keep it together.
655 2013-09-30 02:06:04
Re: Havent played since April. (31 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Was planning to get some playing in but it didn`t happen again. Too busy working and caring for my wife. Also trying to do the things she usually does. Grocery shopping, taking the dog to get groomed and just staying with her in case she needs anything.
656 2013-09-28 12:09:46
Topic: Havent played since April. (31 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
I haven't played since April. Time flies. Recent "Obligations" have taken up every minute I have. Hopefully I can get started sometime. I have all these toys downstairs sitting doing nothing. Didn`t realize until I counted the months just now. I am not looking to get in a band. I just want to get to playing again. Actually, starting any kind of band just isn`t important to me right now. Just venting. Thanx.
657 2013-09-26 21:18:51
Re: getting rid of box that has 5 recommended songs, that covers chord exa (6 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
What are you talking about????
658 2013-09-26 10:49:13
Re: Guitar for my Granddaughter (7 replies, posted in Guitars and accessories)
I almost forgot about the Gretsch Americana Series. They are parlor guitars. They look like toys but sound good and play like a dream. They are more of a collectible so the prices are going to be a bit high. And they are great looking. I have one and I love it.
659 2013-09-26 01:13:07
Re: Guitar for my Granddaughter (7 replies, posted in Guitars and accessories)
I forgot the model but Yamaha makes a real nice 3/4 size acoustic. They call it a 3/4 but I think it is more 1/2 size. It is a bit pricey compared to other smaller guitars
660 2013-09-20 08:19:41
Re: Could use some prayers / positive vibes (41 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
I hope the best for your brother and it all goes well
661 2013-09-14 00:36:07
Re: This ain't right... (11 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
They are great for paperweights. Holding down tabs printed from here
662 2013-09-12 00:27:18
Re: Brand of Electric Guitar (32 replies, posted in Electric)
I actually use my Stratocaster with an old Gibson Falcon tube amp. How is that for turning the tables. My daughter plays her "Fat Strat" through a Fender amp. or my little Pignose
663 2013-09-08 10:49:13
Topic: Thinning the herd. (2 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
I have been trying to make room in my music room lately. I have sold 2 guitars and an amp. Getting rid of a keyboard and a drum kit today. They built up so fast. I am not just selling them to random people. I want these to be used and appreciated. I answered an ad on craigslist from someone that wanted to find inexpensive equipment for his daughters that are learning to play. I don`t mind taking a loss or just breaking even for that reason. They had first act amps and guitars. They love the equipment they have now. A Crate GX 212 and a Squier mini strat (my daughters first guitar).My daughter has a friend that plays keyboard. She can have that. And another that plays drums. Whenever she is here she plays on them. She can have the drums. As long as I know they are being used and appreciated, I can handle the loss. Even if they get their use out of them and trade up, I am fine with that.
664 2013-09-08 05:56:33
Re: 10th anniversary of the death of Warren Zevon. 2003-2013ICH (4 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
dino48 wrote:
He was a great artist I got too see him in the mid 70's with Jackson Brown and Phebe Snow.
That was always on my to do list, it never happened.
665 2013-09-07 22:13:06
Topic: 10th anniversary of the death of Warren Zevon. 2003-2013ICH (4 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Ten years ago on this date. Warren Zevon died of lung cancer. He was my biggest musical influence and idol. ENJOY EVERY SANDWICH
666 2013-09-02 11:18:54
Re: Hi! (20 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Welcome to your new family.
667 2013-08-31 00:24:45
Re: Congrats to Beamer (10 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Congrats to you
668 2013-08-30 08:10:01
Re: My Nephew (7 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
I listened. It was great. I commented on soundcloud
669 2013-08-20 08:11:52
Re: NGD and a junk at that.. (48 replies, posted in Electric)
I just left it at Union Music for a setup. Once its setup, I wont take it apart again. It was an impulse buy. If I didn`t see it on craigslist, I would never have started such a project. I also used up my tattoo money for this. So I haven't decided what I will do with it once it is done.
670 2013-08-20 08:03:08
Re: Advice needed (15 replies, posted in Electric)
It is a cool guitar. I`ll bet the anticipation of getting it is getting worse by the hour
671 2013-08-19 15:35:54
Re: NGD and a junk at that.. (48 replies, posted in Electric)
jackde wrote:
Joey
I was going to ask what type of paint you used but since you said Honda I guess auto. Are you doing any clear coats?
Jack
Duplicolor BHA0905 Avignon Blue Met (B26m). I didn't clear coat. I put 8 coats on. Wet sanded it (very lightly) with 800 grit sandpaper and buffed it by hand with rubbing compound. If I do it again I won`t use auto paint. I will just use good old fashion Krylon. It seems to be easier to use.
672 2013-08-19 15:26:03
Re: NGD and a junk at that.. (48 replies, posted in Electric)
I also have to give special thanks to Roger Guppy for posting all the pictures for me. He put up with me bugging him the past 2 weeks all the time. Thanx so much again Roger.
673 2013-08-19 15:02:13
Re: NGD and a junk at that.. (48 replies, posted in Electric)
It is all put together. Pics are on facebook. I am still having issues with the nut. I think I will just have a good setup done on it. I have to admit, I am glad its almost over with. It was fun to do but it also was a lot of work and aggravation. ( my wife complaining about the fumes). It does feel good turning it into a one of a kind guitar. Fender didn`t offer that color on that model. Or any model for that matter. It is a HONDA color. I made it to my liking.
674 2013-08-18 16:04:20
Re: NGD and a junk at that.. (48 replies, posted in Electric)
Thnx for the compliments on the paint job. I put 6 coats on because I had enough paint to do it. I don`t know if it is normal or not. I have pics on facebook of the pickguard and the cleaned up bridge and neck mounting plate. After I fix the runs on the body and clean up the neck, It will be ready to assemble. Update: I got the runs out and put 2 more coats of paint on the body. Now it has 8 coats of paint. If I have time later I will put on the pickguard and the neck The nut is giving me trouble. I had to file it, now I cant get it to stay properly. Any ideas?
675 2013-08-18 14:20:47
Re: NGD and a junk at that.. (48 replies, posted in Electric)
Painted the body today. Pics on facebook. I have 2 runs I have to contend with. It is hanging out to dry now. 6 coats on the front and the back. Thanx so much again Roger Guppy for posting the pics for me. In case anyone is wondering. The masking tape is over the date of manufacture on the body. The other 2 pieces cover the ends of the wire where the pickguard guts and the bridge make contact.
