Saluda Convention 11-16-03

John Floyd · Post by **John Floyd** » 18 Oct 2003 9:57 am

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Roger Crawford · Post by **Roger Crawford** » 18 Oct 2003 12:40 pm

That can't be Rob Parker, he didn't have on red socks! By the way, John, we have just finished testing the MAPS (mule all pull system)and it looks like we have the bugs out. Now if we can get a Port-a-Potty on the back of the wagon, we'll make it in record time. We have to get Bill there early to MC (mule caretaker?)so we will build in a little "just in case" time. Tommy seems to get there awfully quick, I suspect he's feedin' his mule Varsity hot dogs right before the trip. Those things will get you rocket powered!

John Floyd · Post by **John Floyd** » 18 Oct 2003 1:11 pm

Tommy no doubt has installed the License plate in a critical spot on the mules tail to deflect the blast.
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Donna Dodd · Post by **Donna Dodd** » 18 Oct 2003 3:09 pm

Tommy seems to get there awfully quick, I suspect he's feedin' his mule Varsity hot dogs right before the trip. Those things will get you rocket powered!

I didn't attend the last Saluda show because Bill wasn't going to emcee. (that ought to earn me some points, huh?!)Of course, why would I need points since I don't play?

. Ok, I didn't go because Tommy and Randy Beavers were riding together, and they were humming "Don't take the Girl" all the way through breakfast.

Seriously, on their way back to Atlanta, Tommy called and said they were just leaving, and they would be stopping to eat. They walked through our front door 2 hours later!!!!!!! I wonder if that taped up box under the bed is full of speeding tickets?

I will be going with him to this one. Sure hope to hear Brett Day sing and play!!!!
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Donna Dodd · Post by **Donna Dodd** » 18 Oct 2003 3:11 pm

John, I really like all your little animated "smilies"!!!

Don Crawford · Post by **Don Crawford** » 19 Oct 2003 6:11 am

John---After this Sunday you will need a "smilie" with a "Red Fez"

I've crossed those hot sands myself and believe me when I say that you're gonna love it!

Roger Crawford · Post by **Roger Crawford** » 19 Oct 2003 10:16 am

OK "Hotfoot Don", you bringin' your git-tar to this show of shows? I'm having trouble coming up with enough songs to play if I leave out all the Hank Sr. stuff I know!

John Floyd · Post by **John Floyd** » 20 Oct 2003 12:44 am

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In addition to some great entertainment at a most reasonable price, Buddy and the rest of the Shriners have some pretty good food available at reasonable prices.

The admission is as reasonable as it gets
$5 on Sat night and $10 for Sunday.

There are no $2.00 Sodas there, the last time I was there, they were $.50
The SC Style BBQ is super!!!
As the Willis Brothers used to say "Its Larruping Good"

You won't go broke at this Show and will have some money left over to spend with the vendors that are there.

OK, Roger tells me the MAPS, (Mule All Pull System) is ready, The Georgia Gang is ready, Buddy is ready, Don Helms is always ready, Even Charles Reece is ready and Joe Turner. Woody Ledford, Johnny Thomas, Wayne Stowers, and Smitty (The Great Staff Band)are ready.

Even Herby Wallace is set on dead ready and will have plenty of his fine merchandise there, Tapes, CD's and Courses, plus Hilton Pedals and some great Red thumbpicks, that I highly recommend.

Time to start making reservations, if you already haven't done so.

Another Great Show is coming your way at Saluda

Saluda Steel Guitar Convention, The best kept secret in the south.

I'm a big mouth and keep telling folks about it.

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Don Crawford · Post by **Don Crawford** » 20 Oct 2003 4:46 am

Roger, Guess I'll leave my guitar at home this time. Not enough room on the MAPS wagon for my guitar and amp and Wayne's porta-potty.

I've got three shows between now and Saluda and one on Monday after Saluda so I think I'll just go and look and listen this trip. Besides, one Don on the show will be more than enough.

Steve Allison · Post by **Steve Allison** » 20 Oct 2003 5:42 am

Hey Nobles,

I too have crossed the hot sands about 10 yrs. ago and when I get to the show can I wear my Fez?

Bill Ferguson · Post by **Bill Ferguson** » 20 Oct 2003 10:10 am

Don, let's face it. I've known you for 20+ years and I think you are just plain "chicken".

Now with that said, picking at Saluda will be good practice for your Monday night gig. And yep, we'll toss the porty potty to make room for your axe. Why you can use old Rodge's amp.

Bill

John Floyd · Post by **John Floyd** » 20 Oct 2003 10:12 am

Bro Steve
I would email Buddy and ask. I have never seen anyone wearing a Fez at one of the shows, so I don't really know. Wayne has been known to wear a red soda cup on his head, but that doesn't count.<a href='http://www.smileycentral.com/?partner=ZSzeb008' target='_blank'><img src='http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/1095.gif' border=0></a>
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John Floyd · Post by **John Floyd** » 21 Oct 2003 4:35 pm

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Brett Day · Post by **Brett Day** » 21 Oct 2003 8:16 pm

I'm really lookin' forward to this show because I'm bringing my Emmons, my picks, and my new bar. I'm bringing my Emmons because I'd like to get some new strings put on it. I'd love for everybody at the show to see my Emmons. Brett Day, Emmons S-10, Morrell lapsteel

John Floyd · Post by **John Floyd** » 22 Oct 2003 6:53 pm

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John Floyd · Post by **John Floyd** » 23 Oct 2003 3:16 pm

I'm really lookin' forward to this show because I'm bringing my Emmons, my picks, and my new bar. I'm bringing my Emmons because I'd like to get some new strings put on it.

Brett
Don't bring all of that just to show off your guitar and equipment, everyone is anxious to hear you play. You've become one of the more admired steelers around, you get to talk to Buddy Emmons and I really don't need to say that you have overcome adversity to play steel guitar. That makes you a hero in my eyes.
BTW
Don't forget your amp.

That Emmons is good, but not that good.

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Brett Day · Post by **Brett Day** » 23 Oct 2003 7:06 pm

I'm bringing my guitar because I'd like to get new strings on it and because I want y'all to hear and see me play. Brett Day, Emmons S-10, Morrell lapsteel

Donna Dodd · Post by **Donna Dodd** » 24 Oct 2003 5:36 pm

Brett,
Be sure to get in early enought to get a good spot on the schedule. I REALLY look forward to hearing you play. I will bring my trusty camera of course, so be prepared for a flash or two!!

Donna

John Floyd · Post by **John Floyd** » 26 Oct 2003 4:25 am

You Do Not Want To Miss This One

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John Floyd · Post by **John Floyd** » 28 Oct 2003 6:20 pm

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John Floyd · Post by **John Floyd** » 31 Oct 2003 5:54 am

Roger Sez the Mules are getting restless and ready for the new IMPROVED Georgia Gang Carpool
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Roger Crawford · Post by **Roger Crawford** » 2 Nov 2003 5:37 am

We all have a good time at this show, meeting new people, seeing old friends, hearing great steel guitar music. What could be better?!?! I just listened to the Don Helms set from this years St. Louis convention (for about the umpteenth time!)and this man will win your heart not only with his masterful playing, but his humor and warm personality as well. Make sure to put this show on your list, it's worth the trip. And yes, John, the mules are getting restless!!!
See you all there,
Roger

John Floyd · Post by **John Floyd** » 2 Nov 2003 10:52 am

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Need to get this and the Mules back up at the top.
Sorry to hear about Buddy Walker in the Hospital
This show will no doubt go on as scheduled. I expect that everyone, Charles Reese, Bill Ferguson, Roger Crawford, Larry Moore, Doc Strum, Rob Parker, Herby Wallace, Woody, Johnny, The Two Waynes and all the regulars will take up the slack and carry on if Buddy doesn't get well in time to handle things, but there might not be anybody around to keep this bunch in Check and Lord knows they need constant supervision.<a href='http://www.smileycentral.com/?partner=ZSzeb008' target='_blank'><img src='http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/15/15_4_105.gif' border=0></a>

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John Floyd · Post by **John Floyd** » 4 Nov 2003 5:19 am

I don't have any Smileys to post that convey my feelins with Buddy in the Hospital and not doing well , but I thought this needed to be up at the top
Thanks
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Bill Ferguson · Post by **Bill Ferguson** » 4 Nov 2003 2:10 pm

Yep, we are coming to Saluda. And I will have MY band, Country River with me. We'll show up that "Timeless Highway" Dodd bunch. Just wait and see hehe

Well say our prayers for Buddy and know he will be well in time for the show.

Bill