Hi Everyone,

This is the first time that I've ever posted a message to anyone online ever. So apologies if my cyber ettiquette is incorrect!!

I'm a little distraught, I'm still learning to play the guitar and now I've gone and broken all the fingers on my left hand ( I'm right-handed, by the way). Has anyone else you know sustained a similar injury and if so, what's the chances of a full recovery? I'm not asking medical advice - they don't seem to understand - "as long as you can work etc. and you're not a professional musician, then all will be well". Be great to hear something positive, although if the the outlook is bleak, then bleak it is.

lol today at college i had a go on the drums xD

LadyRebecca--Just get your hand seen by a doctor and get his/her opinion. Broken bones take time to heal---give yerself some time and stay off yer left hand for as long as the doctor says. Patience with this. And not least, welcome to the T2J forum.

Pip--How are things goin' between you and your guitars--are they behaving themselves and doing what they are told. How are the personalities of your axes?

A McKenna--Where did ya get that wild "True Men Don't Kill Coyotes"? I was born in L.A. and would if I could rewrite my birth certificate! But what's done is done. I'm only as good as what compassion and care I can live now...

Cosmic_ape---You gave a great example of how NOT to perform or even rehearse "Panama". I can't believe John Mayer would even attempt any part of that. Didn't he realize how horrible he sounded?! Apparently not.

Joe......Thanks for your message......You are always the teacher and I love you for that as well as for the great human being you are. San Fran on May 17 is gonna be a fun adventure with all the wonderful fans to witness the newly formed Chickenfoot and crew!

Tracie--Please send me an email....we can plan to meet in San Fran on May 17....oK?

Michelle--Here's hoping lots of good times ahead with yer friends here--including young Alan! What a handsome, charming, attractive man! Just tell me where to stand in line (or is it the queque). I'll even take a number!! See what love does to ya!!

Cube.....With you, there's no contest! (She backs away slowly)

Inspiration for today: While listening to the song "Friends" I turn to goo at 2:08 with the climactic guitar riffs! The richness, beauty....just the way it's done......like no other....Thanks, Joe!

Tracie--Well, it took me awhile to list myself as attending the San Fran CF Road Test show. I just haven't looked into the other 5 tabs on this site for awhile. My mind is so full of information, most of the time I'm in overload. Time for a clean slate, so to speak.

Chickenfoot, Chickencoop, Chickenfriends, Chickens--Hens and Roosters with their fine feathered friends from the time of the Yardbirds-----Aaaahhhhh, Birdland! Then there's the Eagles with Don Henly, Felder.......more feathered friends?

Yikes......please throw a net over me!

"RHCP boyos"......Al, ya do see things from a unique perspective. There's a fine line between boys and men. It's often a mystery to me because I see my Steve and Joe and a lot of guys as a charming blend of both! Of course, us females also have that complex blend of girl and woman.....just as baffling as our male counterparts, I guess! LOL!

God, please don't let me be one of those super-long repeated a gazillion times email posters!! Enough is enough......please nudge me when I've said enough!

scuby - be careful out there....

Have a great day all - yay it's Friday!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

burly: good, not much time on it lately, still have 50 items or more to put on there and the latest chickenfoot dates as well as back before 2002.... How many other people have hired an admin assistant to take care of data entry on their Satch tribute site! :)

Skippy, was thinking that, I'm going to start searching that info in the next week. If you find out first, let me know.

cosmic_ape: yes it is.. Hey do you want us to let you know what happens today so when the US catches up tomorrow you have an idea of what to expect? :)

Hey, if skippy says it's Friday, I'm all for it! lol!

Millie, the only one in line to have a piece of Al is Cube. After he's done having at him, he's all yers.

LadyReb, keep up with all the physical therapy you can get. Work on yer strength and dexterity. I say, where there's a will, there's a way. Keep at it!

elpp, thanks for the Disturbed news. I love all those songs. I just wish there wouldn't be so many other bands playing with them. Here's Remember with a little T & A. The sound doesn't match up towards the end, but I figger none of ya will be looking at Dave by then anyways. LOL!

The only bitch is, I work the next day. Good thing the venue is close to my house :-)

My neck is gonna be shot!! LOL!

just got back from the doc, here was his advice:

Q: Doctor, I've heard that cardiovascular exercise can prolong life. Is this true?

A: Your heart is only good for so many beats, and that's it... don't waste them on exercise. Everything wears out eventually. Speeding up your heart will not make you live longer; that's like saying you can extend the life of your car by driving it faster. Want to live longer? Take a nap.

Q: Should I cut down on meat and eat more fruits and vegetables?

A: You must grasp logistical efficiencies. What does a cow eat? Hay and corn. And what are these? Vegetables. So a steak is nothing more than an efficient mechanism of delivering vegetables to your system. Need grain? Eat chicken. Beef is also a good source of field grass (green leafy vegetable). And a pork chop can give you 100% of your recommended daily allowance of vegetable products.

Q: Should I reduce my alcohol intake?

A: No, not at all. Wine is made from fruit. Brandy is distilled wine, that means they take the water out of the fruity bit so you get even more of the goodness that way. Beer is also made out of grain. Bottoms up!

Q: How can I calculate my body/fat ratio?

A: Well, if you have a body and you have fat, your ratio is one to one. If you have two bodies, your ratio is two to one, etc.

Q: What are some of the advantages of participating in a regular exercise program?

A: Can't think of a single one, sorry. My philosophy is: No Pain...Good!

Q: Aren't fried foods bad for you?

A: YOU'RE NOT LISTENING!!! ..... Foods are fried these days in vegetable oil. In fact, they're permeated in it. How could getting more vegetables be bad for you?

Q: Will sit-ups help prevent me from getting a little soft around the middle?

A: Definitely not! When you exercise a muscle, it gets bigger. You should only be doing sit-ups if you want a bigger stomach.

Q: Is chocolate bad for me?

A: Are you crazy? HELLO Cocoa beans ! Another vegetable!!! It's the best feel-good food around!

Q: Is swimming good for your figure?

A: If swimming is good for your figure, explain whales to me.

Q: Is getting in-shape important for my lifestyle?

A: Hey! 'Round' is a shape!

Well, I hope this has cleared up any misconceptions you may have had about food and diets.

And remember: 'Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways - Chardonnay in one hand - chocolate in the other - body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming 'WOO HOO, What a Ride'

AND.....

For those of you who watch what you eat, here's the final word on nutrition and health. It's a relief to know the truth after all those conflicting nutritional studies.

1. The Japanese eat very little fat and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans.

2. The Mexicans eat a lot of fat and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans.

3. The Chinese drink very little red wine and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans.

4. The Italians drink a lot of red wine and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans.

5. The Germans drink a lot of beers and eat lots of sausages and fats and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans.

CONCLUSION

Eat and drink what you like. Speaking English is apparently what kills you.

Here's a thought; Chickenfoot+Buckethead=(your answer here)

Kentucky Fried Bucket full of Chicken Heads and Foots

The keyboard player for Joe on Leno is definitely Phil Ahsley....... in case anyone missed my first reply ; ) he was cool as feck live

Do The Stu - that sounds like an amazing show. Pics pics pics... when you're back

Scuba - I agree AVG's great for a freebie, but a bit limited. I have a Symantec client that uses stuff all resource as well, and isn't the slightest bit annoying. So maybe it's just the versions you used at the time? The biggest back door anyone has is Windows... that's the worst problem!

... and eek, that sounds Tommy Iommi-esque (machine injury).

Igneous - definitely a bit far for me LOL. Something I always fancied doing was heading over and tackling some of the stages (parts of) that they use on Le Tour, mountain stages mainly. Days of suffering, now there's a holiday

Roo - enough... stop it... no more talk until piccy time cos that's just not fair.... or maybe a little more talk is allowed if you email me an advance pic : )

Cheese - ha ha, senility kicking in. I posted the Boogie link (Leno) after you posted Friends ha ha. How's Chris - is the stereo system still intact : )

Mowlie 2000 - how much was the guitar new and how long have you had it?

Skippygirl - ha ha, you know I meant the music, not the jacket. I can't see any mail from you, what's the subject line? You still watching your boy Webber?

LadyRebecca - as Michelle & GG2 have suggested, if you persevere you should be okay. An awesome guitarist who hasn't been here in a while (Paul "Clarky" Clark) broke his hand or fingers and still shreds like a monster. He's awesomely good so stick with it and hopefully all will be ok

Mikesb - lol, good one... I

Joe - know you're busy, but if you happen to spot this one could you tell us a little more about the "Peacock" JS100 that's in your collection please? Cheers

Hey, someone in the USA, let me know if there is a lottery coming up tomorrow (Saturday). I can get the results and then let you know so you can get a ticket on your tomorrow (Friday).

I'll split the winnings with you.

oh, whoops, sorry Phil, I was cruisin youtube and saw that vid of Joe before I ever went back to really read the posts and click on everyone's links....sometimes I click on the links in a marathon session, lol.....sorry I missed that u had already posted that!

Chris's equipment is still alive if u can believe it!!! He's not blowing so many things up anymore, LOL! But he did come by his nickname of Chrispie honestly =| He's really itchin to get ahold of a Time Machine and Big Bad Wah to go with his Satchurator.....$$$...must be made and saved, it's a TERRIBLE reality check, lol! He spent his April monies on his Chickenfoot ticket....so next month he can start saving.

Millie, I have no idea what time we're even landing in SF...the only thing I know fer sure at this point is, we'll be at the show. Beyond that, it's a crapshoot! But I'm sure you and your hubby will have a great time....I know WE will!!! Can't wait!!

Mikesb, Everyday is Elvis day for Yngwie! lol! Ohhh, so hot!

NOT!

mikesb:- Austin has a pic of YJM as Elvis??? I GOTTA see that!!!!

michelle:- You must've posted that while I was typing mine.Thanks for that. Apart from the hair,YJM DOES look like Elvis,hey?!?!