On Tuesday, March 26, 2013 5:08:40 PM UTC-3, Eisboch wrote:
"F.O.A.D." wrote in message

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On 3/26/13 3:23 PM, Eisboch wrote:



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For the record Scott (not that it really matters) ... I haven't

been

"driven" out of anything. I just happen to be busy with other

activities that consume my time and interest.



I am not involved with the retail side of the guitar shop anymore,

but

am busy with another aspect of it. The new location has a large,

open

space that I am converting into a new performance venue. I am in

the

process of finishing up a 24 foot by 12 foot stage and two new rooms

for

related uses. I've framed, wired and insulated everything and am

now

working on the drywall and acoustic treatments. Finish work for

the

drywall (spackling) isn't something I am very good at, so I decided

I'll

just plaster it all with a trowel for the "stucco" look. Once

that's

all done it will be time to install the stage lights, sound system,

mixing board and recording gear. Quite a project but it keeps me

busy

and off the streets.







I admire your "retirement," Eisbocher.



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I enjoy it and it's good exercise. After spending so many years

sitting behind a desk it's kinda fun to take on a "hands on" project

and get a sense of accomplishment that you can actually see progress

being made, wood splinters and all. I don't try to do it 8 hours a

day, but try to get at least something accomplished everyday. Quite a

project.



I had some early experience in the Navy (way back when) working with

some Seabees doing construction and learned a little about framing

and drywalling but I certainly am no expert at it. But, it's coming

out pretty decent. The electrical wiring is something I can handle

and I learned a lot about what bands and performers are looking for in

terms of sound reinforcement systems, etc. When we had the original

shop with it's performance stage, it was rewarding and fun to see

people use it and enjoy it. So, I decided to do it again.



Probably the main reason is that it keeps Mrs.E from going crazy

having to put up with me every hour of the day.


Or you could try Ingersoll's approach, send Mrs E out to work and have the house for yourself. ;-)