D-Day

68 Years ago today young men far from their homes embarked on one of the most horriffic ordeals in the history of mankind...the Invasion of France on D-Day. As a life long Soldier I am in awe of these brave heros! I can not imagine what must have run through their minds as they were crossing the English Channel. To those brave men I Thank you. I hope I am worthy of the sacrifices you made for my freedom. I have served in 2 different wars and can say that there is no glory in it. Only fear and a waste of humanity. Lets hope that one day there will be no war! The true price is paid by the Soldier who prays for peace!
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The Joy of Fender

I have been a guitar player for 36 years and I can say that I never tire of playing my Fender guitars and amps! There is nothing like firing up my Fender amps and plugging in one of my favorite guitars(yes a Tele) and just getting lost in the music! Tonight I will be going to rehearsal with my band jet Lagged to prepare for our show at Mustang Saloon in Kingston Canada on June 28th. It is always such a great feeling to fall in love with your gear over and over again. There is only one thing in the world better than my Fenders and that is my wonderful wife A who totally supports my passion for music and especially Fenders!
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Auditions...Oh the nerves

Well, it has been a while since I posted in here. Life happens and well, I have been busy recording my album and just with life. Now that I have a slow evening I decided to drop a quick note in the blog! This weekend I have an audition for a local 80's cover band here in Kingston so I am excited yet a little nervous. It has been a while since I was in a band and I am hoping that all goes well and I will get the gig. It is funny how the idea of doing a show every couple months is appealing as opposed to the time when I wanted to play out every night. I guess as I am getting older the idea of playing out late has lost its appeal. Well, I will drop back and give a reoprt on Sunday.
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The Great Canadian Prairie

In my new position with the Canadian Army I had the unique opportunity to travel out to CFB Wainwright in Alberta province. It was almost like going back in time to be out on the prairie and not see another car driving down the road, no houses, no people just wide open spaces in it's purest form. I was so enthralled by the beauty of the country. The wild life was gorgeous. I saw moose, wolves, coyote and elk. One of the most beautiful areas was where part of the film "Open Range" was shot. There were Aspen stands by the river and the a sky of indigo blue the day I was there. This was an amazing time. What does this have to do with playing my Tele...nothing...but who cares.
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A new Home, a new Town and a New Studio

Well, we are in Kingston and we are settled in to our new home in lovely Canada. I have to admit that our new home is beautiful and my new studio is amazing. It is huge with plenty of room for all my guitars and basses to be out in their stands instead of in their cases! A's sewing room is beautiful with a nice view of Lake Ontario. We are still fine tuning our individual rooms but that is half of the fun. Seeing A set up her sewing machines and all her materials and threads was such a joy because she so deserves this and has been so supportive of what I do and my music. Next big adventure is getting our retirement home set up and then enjoying life at a much easier pace. Well, I am going to sign off for now but will post again soon.
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The Excitement is Mounting! But I will miss my boys!

Well, we got our orders yesterday and I have been in a flury of action getting the movers, making sure all the i's are dotted and the t's are crossed! In just 2 short weeks our new adventure and a major change in our life will take place. There are so many things which need to be done and people to see and things at work that even though are no longer my responsibility I feel this twinge of guilt because I was on such a great team of professionals! I look back on my time here in the Armor School with many fond memories of my Soldiers who gave every bit of themselves to the job and mission. From my boss George who always made me look at both sides of the arguement, to my brother from another mother Frank who was passionate about what we do but yet quick with a smile. Ski with his dry sense of humor and his total love of the Army and tanks. My buddy Harvey with his thoughtful responses to everything. His mentorship and friendship andother true professional who takes pride in being a Tanker. To my SGM Greg, a friend who I served with in Germany back in the 80s. One of those old school NCOs who like all my NCOs puts the Soldiers first! And last but not least Alex. The guy who never gets mad, always cracks a joke or pulls me back from the edge when I am too close to an issue or project. I shall miss these fine men and friends who have challenged me to be a better Officer a better Soldier through their example. But, as with all things in the Army we have moments like this over a career and that is what makes us appreciate the good men we work with!
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Happy Canada Day!

Being an upstater, Canada was only a short drive away from where I grew up an a country that has always held a special place in my heart! Today is Canada Day! In a few short weeks A and I will embark on one of the biggest honors I have ever been given. I will be serving for a 3 year period as an Exchange Officer in the Canadian Army. I am so excited for this amazing opportunity to serve with not only aliies but brothers to the north. So far we have been so very well received by the Canadian Army when I was doing my orientation back at the beginning of June. So on this very special day for our adopted home, I say happy canada Day and we can't wait to come "home". Have a great Holiday weekend everyone!
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