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K.C. Knouse's avatar

I bet it has. I'm glad that technology has allowed you to advance your musical interests.

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Mark Starlin's avatar

Yes. Computers changed everything. I now have a recording studio and every instrument imaginable in my Mac.

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K.C. Knouse's avatar

That's your guitar you are referring to, right?:😁 Willie Nelson would require a full length book to detail all the abuse his guitar has endured. A loyal companion, indeed.

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Mark Starlin's avatar

Yes. Willie Nelson has been very loyal to his guitar. I still have and play the guitar I got as my High School graduation preset. It has seen a lot also.

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Justin Deming's avatar

Such a great story, Mark. It has so many layers despite being fifty words. Thanks for sharing it (and for the mention)!

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Mark Starlin's avatar

Thanks, Justin. 🤓

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John K Adams's avatar

With good results, I might add.

I also try to make every word count.

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Mark Starlin's avatar

And you do a good job of it.

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John K Adams's avatar

You say so much in so few words.

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Mark Starlin's avatar

Thank you, John. I think I gravitate towards less is more. 🤓

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Sharron Bassano's avatar

Your dinged up guitar is full of memories, Mark. Your dinged up heart is too. My heart is full of the dents and scratches and chips of simply living a very full life. I love your little story, both as metaphor and as reality. Thank you.

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Mark Starlin's avatar

So true. Living a full life requires a few dings. Our scars (physical and emotional) make us who we are and tell our story. Live a full life and make those memories. If you get dinged up a little in the process, you are living right. Thanks, Sharron.

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