For those that haven’t “heard” (and maybe you’re lucky you haven’t), I’m teaching myself how to play bluegrass guitar. Specifically I’m learning how to flatpick, as opposed to fingerstyle playing. I’ve been interested in guitar for several years, teaching myself the basic chords in college, but that was about it. Annie bought me a guitar [...]
For many years my mom has dreamed of taking the family to Colorado or New Mexico for Christmas. I’m happy to say that this year was the year. My family, including my sister’s family, my brother, my grandparents, parents, and Annie, rented a house in Ruidoso, New Mexico for 4 days and 3 nights. We [...]
December marks more holidays, birthdays, and anniversaries than any other month for both me and Annie. From the end of November through January 8 we have a combined 10 birthdays, 3 major holidays, and 1 wedding anniversary, making it the busiest time of the year, the most expensive time of the year, but in the [...]
Another old post… Thanksgiving! This year we were at Annie’s aunt and uncle’s house. Great meal, great family. Highlight of the day for me was playing some bluegrass music with Annie’s uncle Trey. He’s been looking for someone to play with for many years now, and I’ve always had an interest in guitar and especially [...]
Sorry, this is really old… but back at Halloween my friend Glen and I drove to Austin to see Trey Anastasio play. The concert was a 3-hour jam session with some guest performers. At one point there were 11 people jamming out, including two trumpets, trombone, saxophone, and a funky organist from New Orleans. .. [...]