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Location: Michigan | Well some hillbilly music. We had quite a few campfire gigs last week at our family reunion. A wide range of ages, music tastes and talent levels lead to a lot of fun. My nephews brought all their percussion stuff along for added fun. Can you pick me out?
And of course some gospel stuff with my bro in law.
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Location: Flahdaw | You're the one in the pink top and flip flops? |
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Location: Vernon CT | Originally posted by darkbarguitar:
You're the one in the pink top and flip flops? Too much Hair for a Male OFC'er! ;)
An Ovation at a Hillbilly Jam!!! :eek: :eek:
We're EVERYWHERE!!! |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Looks like a nice group at a nice place. Only thing missing is the marshmellow everywhere from the S'mores. |
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Location: Michigan | Originally posted by Mark in Boise:
Looks like a nice group at a nice place. Only thing missing is the marshmellow everywhere from the S'mores. It is stuck to the back of my guitar, keeps it from sliding off my lap.
My nephew brought is "cajon". That really added a lot to the jammin. He kept it clear of the s'mores. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | My wife has been bugging me about building a firepit, so I won't show her your picture. She has visions of our family sitting around the campfire just like your picture. Unfortunately, it's the lack of family interest, rather than the lack of a firepit, that keeps this from happening. Everyone has other interests or conflicts. |
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Location: Flahdaw | Nice fireplace....is that a home or a lodge somewhere?
Must be nice to be able to sit around a firepit this time of year. If we tried that here in Florida we'd be Baker-Acted and never seen again. |
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Location: Michigan | Originally posted by darkbarguitar:
Nice fireplace....is that a home or a lodge somewhere?
Must be nice to be able to sit around a firepit this time of year. If we tried that here in Florida we'd be Baker-Acted and never seen again. It was at a cabin/lodge resort. The family occupied the whole thing. 40 plus for a week. We had 2 fires going most nights due to the size of the crowd. The campfires started at about 9:30 every night and went on to at least 2am. We were a tired bunch. You have my sympathy for the Fla heat. Our evenings cooled off to the 50s so it was just about right.
I just looked up "Baker Act". Now I get it :) |
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Location: Florida Central Gulf Coast | I gotta tell ya'll, that's what family is all about! I'm working on 'hooking' some of the close relatives on the family shared music experience. There's nothin' to compare to that, family-wise.
To those that do not have the blessing/luxury of such gatherings, meet up with the OFCers within your realm! You'll never regret it and have sweet memories forever.
BTW, for the lil' ones, purchase some simple percussions and you'll never regret it!  |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | We keep diluting the music genes in the family. Mom had it, Dad didn't. 4 of 5 kids sing and play piano or guitar. The only brother who doesn't is the only one who took guitar lessons as a youngster. My wife's side would rather listen to talk radio than listen to music. There's still hope for the kids, but it's tough getting them together when they're in different states.
After our first NW Gathering, my daughter and I played "Momma" by B.J. Thomas for my Mom's 80th birthday party and the next family reunion, our 30th Anniversary, I played all our wedding songs on my new OFC guitar. But getting together for a singalong is pretty tough.
Next time anyone wants to stay at a cabin out in the woods, let me know. I could probably save you on rent, but the travel expense might be a bit high. |
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Location: Flahdaw | Originally posted by 2ifbyC:
I gotta tell ya'll, that's what family is all about! I'm working on 'hooking' some of the close relatives on the family shared music experience. There's nothin' to compare to that, family-wise. I envy anyone who has that. My wife and daughter don't care about my music. No one in either of our families play or care that I play. No sour grapes, just the way it is. So Iffy is right, if ya got it, relish it. |
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Location: Florida Central Gulf Coast | Originally posted by darkbarguitar:
relish it Bob et al,
That's the awesome aspect of this OFC family. Don't have support at 'home'? Then get your azzes to a jam! Worst case scenario, ya get to envy the talents here on line. In your case, I and several others were privileged to relish your abilities. :D
BTW, how did your last med visit go?  |
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Location: Copenhagen Denmark | I am soooo .. Envious ..
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| C'mon, how can you call that hillbilly? There's no banjo and too many teeth! |
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Location: East Tennessee | Banjo's in the firepit. :D |
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