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Posted: **19 Jul 2005 5:10 am**

Bump for a great site. The photos are fantastic. Great shot of Jody & Speedy.

Rick, if I ever become famous, I would commission you to create my website..... <pre>and I don't pay such a high commission</pre>

Posted: **19 Jul 2005 5:11 pm**

Rick-I just read Jody's "The Frets of My Life". It sure hits home, doesn't it.

Jody is not only a great Musician, and Steel Guitaist, but also a Great Writer. I hope that he keeps on for many, many years to come........al

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Posted: **20 Jul 2005 8:36 am**

*[This message was edited by Gene Jones on 02 April 2006 at 10:17 AM.]

Posted: **22 Jul 2005 1:48 am**

I have just read the Frets of Life and all I can say it that Jody Carver has more compassion than anyone I have ever met. Only Jody could express himself as he did with much eloquence.
When I think of class, I think of Jody Carver
We pray that you live a long and happy life,your website is a gift that you deserve
with much thanks to Mr. Rick Alexander.

Greg We Love You Jody. When you read Jody's book You will read the words of one of the nicest human beings in the world. I know because Jody is my grandpop and we call him poppy. I love you "poppy".

God Bless You poppy Jody. [This message was edited by Greg Sullivan on 30 November 2005 at 05:46 AM.]

Posted: **22 Jul 2005 6:11 am**

"The Frets Of Life" is indeed a beautiful essay.

I will never look at my fingerboard the same way again.

Thanks Jody.

Posted: **23 Jul 2005 8:16 am**

Thank you Greg and to my buddy Joey
I get emotional when I read the words I wrote.When I read my words of the "Frets Of My Life", it brings me back to another place and another time. I'm pleased that you enjoyed a part of my life. However it makes me sad that Marilyn is not with me to see this. Its as though it was not me, as like in a dream.Then I woke up.

Thanks so much.

Jody.

[This message was edited by Jody Carver on 30 November 2005 at 05:02 AM.]

Posted: **23 Jul 2005 8:22 am**

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Posted: **23 Jul 2005 11:00 am**

I'm sorry. I didnt forget to thank you Gene.

Thank you for you're friendship.

Luv ya Cowboy.

Posted: **23 Jul 2005 11:27 am**

Posted: **24 Jul 2005 5:38 pm**

I think I have just about all Jody’s available recordings and am looking forward to his book also. Thanks to many facts that where told to me by Jody about Fender Guitars, occasionally I am also able to pass on some info. to other inquiring persons. Jody has been a major contributer to the world of steel~guitar, and deserves to be Bumped-Up, to the top! Oops!

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Posted: **25 Jul 2005 4:18 pm**

Due to illness in my immediate family,my book
"The Last Fender Guitar" will be on hold.
I am sorry to those who are expecting my book
I will do my very best to complete "The Last Fender Guitar when I am able.
See my thread in "Extended Family"

Jody

[This message was edited by Jody Carver on 25 July 2005 at 05:30 PM.]

Posted: **26 Jul 2005 9:12 am**

My being a new member. I am enjoying this very much.You all seem to work as a team a team of friends.[This message was edited by Dan Carey on 30 November 2005 at 05:50 AM.]

Posted: **27 Jul 2005 10:34 pm**

Some new old photos on Jody's web site at http://jodycarver.com/Photographs.html

Posted: **28 Jul 2005 2:02 am**

Fabulous photos!

Posted: **1 Aug 2005 2:16 pm**

Update
See page 2 for an explanation...these will be updated and available in three to four weeks. I'm sorry for the confusion , but thats my middle name

Thank you, all of you

Jody [This message was edited by Jody Carver on 09 September 2005 at 12:12 PM.]

Posted: **1 Aug 2005 2:37 pm**

Here is the purchasing info for this newly updated historical recording. Get it while you can . .

[This message was edited by Rick Alexander on 05 August 2005 at 07:25 PM.]

Posted: **9 Aug 2005 7:04 am**

I spent about an hour one morning going through all the links that originated here.
It's a great history, all taken in together.
Listening to the Hot Club sounds--I remember what steel guitar was now.
It's amazing how much Jody has had to do with popular music. Amazing. I was a kid, I didn't know....

I think this is great, Rick. To see the photos, to see how it all ties in together.

I recommend you visit the site and go through the whole thing.
Charlie

Posted: **10 Aug 2005 8:13 am**

I went through the web site twice,this is history lesson and I love those western outfits and those pretty girls

The Frets of life is beautiful.

Posted: **11 Aug 2005 12:39 am**

Yep, pretty girls, different in a way that I can't quite figure out....

But did you see those steels?!
What I like is how the steel player used to be at the front of the stage. What happened? Do I need a Fender endorsement or what!?

Maybe just fancier clothes.

Posted: **11 Aug 2005 3:59 am**

Do I need a Fender endorsement or what!? (NO)

Jody Carver was a pioneer for Fender during the early years,long before Fender became what they are today. Jody was also an endorser of Fender and one of Fenders top salesman. The Fender photo was made for promtional purposes for the Fender Catalogue.
There is much history about Jody that is not on his website,it would take up too much bandwith to tell the story.
I didnt know Jody back then, he's a fine guy
and still plays steel now and then, but he is
for the most part retired from active playing
He spends most of his time writing and helping a friend Sandy Miller (who is one of the gals on his web site)do a cd.Its all over the Forum, the title is "The Time Of A Sands Gone By".

Dan

Posted: **11 Aug 2005 6:56 am**

Dan, I was just kidding as I always am (hard to tell on the internet). I endorse Fender, not the other way around (I don't think they know me).
But I've gotten to know Jody over the forum and through email in the last few weeks, and I think he's the coolest.

No, it takes talent to get to where he is; not the clothes (it may get looks from the chicks, but that's about all); not even the guitars. They come later.

I've read your name in association with him.
I count myself fortunate to be one now.
(IF I can get my $*^%&*# computer to copy a disc, I've got a Jo Stafford collection that I'm going to send to him.) Meanwhile, I can't wait to meet Sandy thru her cd.
"No, I get the first one!" "No, I want it!"
It can't be bad with Jody's backing.

Posted: **13 Aug 2005 1:15 am**

Hey 'Shiny-Faced Boy,'
I just read the article following your appearance on the Arthur Godfrey show, from the Rick's link on the first page.
Did Godfrey play his uke with you during your week-long gig on tv? Seems he was famous for doing that.

Fender Fine Electric Instrument Company: those were the days, my friend; we thought they'd never end until CBS came along.

I continue to find interesting links here; more history than imaginable.

Posted: **13 Aug 2005 2:13 pm**

Did Godfrey play his uke with me?? Yes he did Charlie.I did the usual weekly show after the talent scouts show and then I went back
later on and did a few more appearances with
Godfrey on his Wednesday Night Show. Arthur Godfrey and his Friends. My face is not shiny any more ha

That was long before CBS made the aqquisition of Fender and Yes,
Those were the good old days, Thanks for asking.
I sure wished I could turn back the time.

Posted: **14 Aug 2005 2:28 am**

The only time machine I have is my record player.
I figured Arthur wouldn't be able to resist 'jamming' with you. ("Hey, I used to play with Jody Carver!")
He was a kind old sort, from a kind old time.

Posted: **14 Aug 2005 7:41 am**

This is not a bump to send this to the top.

I wanted to call you're attention to a fine young man who loves Fender guitars. he by profession is an optometrist, but he loves his music. He has a birthday coming up on the 18th and I would like for those of you who look at my web site to wish him a Happy Birthday, His mom is Sandy Miller. You can see Bill Erkus on the "photograph" section on my web site, He is a gentleman I am happy that Rick placed his photo among those I call my friends.

Jody I ask that those in command do not send this to Extended family. (we) are Bill's family[This message was edited by Jody Carver on 14 August 2005 at 09:26 AM.]

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