Kudos to Synchro and Thunder58

[Synchro]

Shucks! Yer makin’ me blush now, and Thunder is probably blushin’ so hard he’s afraid his posts will come out in pink text.

Thanks, from the bottom of my heart.

It’s amazing what mutual respect can produce.

I chose to respond directly to this post, because I think it’s right on the money. This is about showing respect for others, and the expectation of being treated respectfully by others.

We do not all agree about everything. Some of my favorite people here are people with whom I disagree at times, but I still respect them, and know that their opinions are sincere and well intended, even if they differ with my conclusions. Mutual respect is a powerful force for good.

One thing that amazes me about the Internet Age, is how we routinely find ourselves communicating with people we are unlikely to ever meet, and who live literally halfway around the world. Online, I’ve met people from Nepal, all over Europe, Australia and made friends all over the U.S. There are guitarists all over the world that I share something in common with, and meeting such persons online has truly enriched my life.

 

[wabash slim]

One thing that amazes me about the Internet Age, is how we routinely find ourselves communicating with people we are unlikely to ever meet, and who live literally halfway around the world. Online, I’ve met people from Nepal, all over Europe, Australia and made friends all over the U.S. There are guitarists all over the world that I share something in common with, and meeting such persons online has truly enriched my life.

Due to health reasons, I'm pretty much homebound. COPD, arthritis, and The Old have taken their toll. It's hard to breathe without a mask, and damn near impossible with one. This place is my connection to the outside world, to other musicians, and to you crazies in general. We share a love of Gretsch guitars, but of other instruments as well. It's more than rockabilly and British Invasion, it's a general love of music (---and pets). I've always said that I don't play because I want to, but that I play because I have to. I still learn something every day. My day isn't complete unless I spend some time here. Thank you all for that.

 

[thunder58]

he’s afraid his posts will come out in pink text

Who me ? It's actually all of you members that keep this place a great place to be . Thank you all !

 

[audept]

Who me ? It's actually all of you members that keep this place a great place to be . Thank you all !

I can't help thinking that "Animal Control Officer" is a perfect work experience profile to serve as a forum moderator!

 

[Waxhead]

This site is an island of friendly civility in the cesspool of the internet.

Yes true - you're a funny man Slim - I get lots of belly laughs from your comments

 

[wabash slim]

you're a funny man Slim - I got lots of belly laughs from your comments

Life's too serious, too sad, too scary at times. Gotta lighten things up.

 

[Waxhead]

Life's too serious, too sad, too scary at times. Gotta lighten things up.

As usual I totally agree with you... and you do a great job of keeping us on the light side

And I also give my thanks to both admin guys - keep up the good work guys

 

[gretschbigsby]

Totally agree... I'm an administrator of another guitar forum and just want to send kudo's to the mods here. You guys do a great job.

 

[rcboals]

Yes, our moderators are the best. Both of them when having to correct/discipline have done so with gentleness and respect. Not that I would know this from personal experience. Right Synchro??

 

[stevo]

Agree! Here here!

 

[Archtops]

The mods here respond in a heartfelt way. It’s great to be part of that band. Like a band I can’t wait for the next gig!
Best of luck to all.

 

[loudnlousy]

I am very thankful to have these great guys as our moderators.

 

[Gregor]

Life's too serious, too sad, too scary at times. Gotta lighten things up.

Absolutely! Nothing wrong with a little levity, or a lot for that matter. Thanks to the mods for not kicking me off this place.

 

[pmac11]

I love the "all-in" vibe of all things Gretsch and non-Gretsch. I know the discourse here has had a major affect on my last 6 months of tone shaping/creating.....even down to the choice of the Tele-type guitar I pulled the trigger on in May....my first Tele!

I can think of a ton of members with ease whose input is full of sincere and well-thought input. Me? I am certainly the happier player for it!!

As a plus, Thunder has me jonesing big time for a D28 Dreadnought(wife would kill me though), and Synchro has been another with solid input that has kept my pedal search focus "on track" because of his knowledge......and will probably get the Sugar Drive because of him sooner rather than later.

Yeah he got me with that Sugar Drive review too.. now I'm curious...

 

[Stefan87]

Yes great job guys, thanks for what you do.

 

[SAguitar]

I like my notes shaken, not stirred! And I feel at home on this forum, even if I can't be here too frequently. For many years I was an admin for several guitar forums, so I can appreciate the effort our fearless leaders put in to keep this joint hummin'. Thanks dudes!

 

[Mr Swisher]

My wife has an issue with this site and all of you GAS facilitators

Me.. I have no issues.

 

[mrfixitmi]

There is a good reason that this is a bright light in a dark world, we have @Synchro, and @thunder58 keeping the batteries from wearing down, and the bulbs from burning out.
The advice is excellent, the helping hearts and hands are tremendous, and the friendship is second to none.
Thanks for being the glue that helps hold us together.

 

[senojnad]

I agree 100% with all the very positive comments above!! Great site -- Thanks, guys!!!

 

[wabash slim]

Being an admin on a guitar site is akin to herding cats or being pecked to death by ducks.