Russell Beard

And this folks, is why I belong to this group of malcontents and wherebegoers. This is why I log in once a week or so and see what is up. Occasionally you see a thread like this one and it just makes you smile. There are so many good folks here, all slathering over those few Hamer's that will never be made again. Really appreciate the guys who run this board and the ones who encourage and answer questions. I quit gigging a dozen years ago and I really don't miss it. I miss some of the people I played with, but I have found plugging into my computer and playing with the latest track I am ga ga about brings me tremendous joy. I seek those moments of joy, in playing, in writing and occasionally, some of the people I meet. If you are not doing this for your own slice of joy, then don't. The lessons are an amazing idea, public flogging is not required.... respect