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Absolutely, to all of you!  I was on here a year or more before I felt that I had anything to contribute, that's why I never responded.  I was very new to the guitar and forums or had experienced some bad habits on other forums.  And like a few I was learning from all your wisdom but when I did finally have something to contribute, I was given a very warm welcome.    I always feel bad when I see a post not even answered though.  I feel like I should at least say, Hey, good question/comment or whatever but I really don't know, you know? Nothing worse than nobody even acknowleding you.  And then there's been times that I've done that or tried to give what knowledge I might have and not even been given a "thank you" from the poster.  So I guess it's a two way street.  Maybe some people just don't want to put themselves out there to be taken advantage of?????  I know the regular's on here are always appreciative though and to you I tip my hat!  And to everyone else, don't be shy, join in, we don't bite. 

Cheers
RavenLady

Hey Paul,  Just found that little animated gif online, google search.  Though it almost looks like a girl, so I picked it.  

Yes, Love Elvis Costello's music and his show.  I have a collection of Saturday Night Live DVD's.  Think it's called the first 25 yrs of music.  Great collection to have.  Not only all the best performances but some of the artist's doing skits with the cast.  Anyway, Elvis was one of the first guests.  I actually remember watching the show where he came on and was supposed to do one song, started the first few notes, stopped his band and played something else entirely.  All the while the director going NUTS.  But it's a great performance.  Haven't learnt any of his songs yet.  I must see about remedying that. 

I've seen acts on you tube from Later with Hools Holland.  Looks like a very cool show.  Love British television too.  We're lucky to get Elvis's new show on a HD channel that shows it's schedule earlier than the regular stations.  It's our Friday night show now, for sure.  Just at the right time.  Finished dinner, dishes, a little jam of our own and then we can sit down and enjoy the show.   

Cheers
RavenLady

I've done the same thing Guitarpix.  But I also think that we're our own worse critics.  Keep at it.  I know I am. 

RavenLady

Hey Are1222,  as long as it sounds good, I don't care who produces it!

Hey Micky. That's awesome.  I'm happy for you.  You're smokin' now!

RavenLady

Maybe phone around to some schools that have a band or music class.  Or music stores.  They might have some good 2nd hand ones for sale?  Good Luck!

RavenLady

It's gotta be noon somewhere? 

RavenLady

Wine. heh heh heh.....maybe if you make some mulled wine with spices???? 

And nothing better than a Hot Toddy too Ken.  My dad swears by them.

Hey Tine,  Sorry to hear you're sick.  Nothing worse.  When I get a bad cold or flu I have a couple of home remedies that really help.

For sore throats gargle with 1/2 a cup of warm water and 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper.  Stir well and gargle a couple of times.  Don't swallow!    Do that a couple of times a day.  It really helps.

Then I make a homemade ginger tea.  Grate some fresh ginger, a couple of tablespoons.  Pour about 3 cups of hot water over it and let it steep for 20 minutes.  Strain and add fresh lemon juice and honey to taste.  Drink all day.  It reheats really well in the microwave too.  All three of those ingredients are antioxidants and are chock full of vitamins, minerals and other good stuff for your body when you're sick. 

Get well soon. 

RavenLady

gitaardocphil.  Amen to the Kinks!  I think Ray and Dave Davies, The Kinks, are one of the most underappreciated bands of the era.  And of Classic Rock.  They were like the brothers in Oasis of their day.  Angry and didn't get along but amazing musicians that made great music together.  Their guitar sound was insane for the time.  I'm with you about those days too.  It was so much fun to go into a record store and look at the top 40 new releases.  To buy a new 45 single with a A and B side was sheer joy. 

RavenLady

Sounds like you're doing pretty great Micky, considering how long and such.  Do you have any other guitar players, more experienced that can guide you and play with?  That would surely help.  For me it's probably just been the last year or so that I've gone, WOW, I can actually play this thing!    It's a pretty great feeling and revelation.  I've been playing since Sept. 06 but I've also been taking lessons since then too.  But there were definitely milestones throughout the almost 3 yrs I've been playing.  You'll try to learn something at one point and you just can't quite get it.  Then you'll come back to it and BAM!  You got it!  Don't let it get you down if you can't take lessons though.  Just keep plugging away at it.  If you don't have anyone to learn from, maybe put up a notice somewhere.  Your commumity or rec hall, grocery store, pub wherever.  Post a notice that you'd like to jam with other like minded musicians.  And listen to music and play along to it.  I know that's helped me.  Good luck!

Cheers
RavenLady