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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.

I have hung and finished more drywall in my life than I ever imagined. I
used to do commercial drywall and got a buck a board for hanging, and a
buck and a half to finish. Young and foolish, I worked many hours, late
into the night but to me it was great money. The good thing about it, I
can still finish drywall very nicely!

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