Okay, I'm not dead. I was just taking a forced break from drums since I had so much other stuff going on. But then, I saw it: The holy grail of alligator skinned fruit color wrap lovers everywhere. A jazz sized (20, 12, 14) Ludwig Standard kit in the scarce, most gorgeous and illusive Avocado Strata wrap. They were on eBay, I drooled. I hyperventilated, I itched... I scratched.
I need another drum set like I needed a hole in my head, but... these are Avocado's. They had to come home. They needed protection from the vileness that could have been: Backline kit at a wandering circus pelted with monkey poo, heavy metal high school garage band covered with stickers.
Yes, I could save them from all these indignities.
I convinced my wife that I was indeed an angel of mercy (well, after she finished gagging at that statement) and I, with my green, gossamer wings made of 'bucks' could indeed enhance things by saving these from the assured fate (mentioned above) and bring peace and tranquillity to the planet. (hey, don't knock it, it worked!)
Yes, I am now, and forever blessed... I have saved something for eternity (well, mine anyway) and feel the warmth of vindication and the sweet kisses of adoration from the BOWMBO (Blonde One Who Must Be Obeyed, around here, known as Mrs. Fishwaltz.)
Even my dogs wag their tails while in my presence! (as long as I have treats).
Pictures and further details of the restoration / clean up will follow.
Anybody got a single tom post?
