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papahotel66
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My father bought the guitar from a pawn shop in Petersburg, VA. in about 1959 for $100 where a circuit musician named Chief Powhatan had hocked it. Of course at the time he didn't realize what it would be in 65 years. I'm glad he kept it. I can't make it do what it is built for but a young man who plays with us can. I close my eyes and hear Tony Rice when my friend picks it. I love all things Taylor, Gibson, Fender but I really love the Martin Guitars. We are a Bluegrass Band band but you may hear Eagles, Doobie's, or Fogherty in a set. I get to play Bass, Rhythm and keys at church too so I get my outlet there too. It's a blast. Fortunately I get to stand behind some very talented people. Just keep playing and singing like nobody is listening!
The folks on this board have helped me get to the point where I will be able to enjoy what I want to do and not what I have to do (which mostly I have enjoyed also). Thanks and best wishes to each of you!
papahotel66
Member
My young friend had a D16 that was the loudest and fullest sounding guitar either one of us had ever heard. He changes guitars like he changes clothes and he traded it for a pool cue. He of course deeply regrets it and has tried several times to get that guitar back.
ravensfan
Well-known member
So with the temps in the low 70's today, I decided to turn the tv off, leave the guitar in it's carrying case, pull the cover off the Harley and go for a little ride. I ended up at a Farmer's Market up in PA, purchased two pounds of freshly made scrapple and plan to have some with breakfast in the morning. It is amazing how quickly a ride on the Harley sooths the soul. Suddenly Covid didn't matter, the idiocy in DC wasn't bothering me and who cares what happens in the market today.
I guess that is why you will never see a Harley parked in front of a Psychiatrists office.
Nope! don't need no stinkin safe space. The soul has been soothed!!!
I guess that is why you will never see a Harley parked in front of a Psychiatrists office.
Nope! don't need no stinkin safe space. The soul has been soothed!!!
ravensfan
Well-known member
I too get very nervous when I sing and play at my church. I confided in my Choir Director about this and she told me to pretend I was singing to a room full of naked people. Believe it or not, it helped.
DreamboatAnnie
Well-known member
Wow... That's a very Beautiful guitar! The mother of pearl inlay is so pretty and even running all the way up the neck! :smile:
I've tried to play several times over the years, but hands are small... I guess I may need to get a child's guitar. But I can belt out a good song. Can hardly wait for friends to get vaccinated so we can go have fun and sing at local karaoke bar!
I've tried to play several times over the years, but hands are small... I guess I may need to get a child's guitar. But I can belt out a good song. Can hardly wait for friends to get vaccinated so we can go have fun and sing at local karaoke bar!
Fantastic!
ravensfan
Well-known member
Wow... That's a very Beautiful guitar! The mother of pearl inlay is so pretty and even running all the way up the neck! :smile:
I've tried to play several times over the years, but hands are small... I guess I may need to get a child's guitar. But I can belt out a good song. Can hardly wait for friends to get vaccinated so we can go have fun and sing at local karaoke bar!
If you are serious DBA, may I recommend a Taylor GS mini. It is made for people with small hands. The guitar is small in size, but big on sound. They offer 3 different woods, mahogany, spruce and koa (yes Hawaiian wood) both in a straight acoustic and also with an electric pick up. But if you go with the electric pick up, you will need an amp, so I suggest a straight acoustic. Here is a link if you want to check it out. https://www.taylorguitars.com/guitars/acoustic/features/shapes/gs-mini
Good luck!
P.S. Here is a youtube video comparing two of the GS mini's.
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DreamboatAnnie
Well-known member
Thank you Raven! I like the sound coming out of the Mahogany guitar.. . they both sound great but I can hear the difference. It does sound more mellow. I have not even thought about giving it another try since my last attempt about three years ago. But I may check it out. I see Guitar Center has one at a very good price..so maybe I'll break out my wallet again, and try again...but I will need to test it at the store first. Thanks again! :smile:
rangerray
Active member
As of yesterday, I seem to have recovered pretty well from the wrong turn I took during the last drawdown. I'm fairly happy with my yearly return thus far as well. I'm torn between locking in gains versus staying 100% invested through next week. I recall from one of the daily commentaries that next week is seasonally good for March, so that is playing on my mind. I will make a decision (or not) before cut-off time today. If I can't decide, I may just reduce my exposure to 50% or less, as that was a good strategy for all of last year. :dunno:
Rod
Well-known member
As long as you've recovered your losses, there is no shame in sitting on the sidelines until things settle down, especially with the uncertainty of the 10-year bond yield... which is currently on the rise again. This is the reason for the Naz being down pre-market. Sometimes you just have to go with your gut. If your gut is leaning toward locking in gains, then go for it. But keep this in mind as you make a decision- we could see some green days next week as folks invest their stimulus payments.
