So some good news today first call and I booked my first gig in about 2 weeks time going to call a couple more places in morning.

I have an Android Phone (but I'm sure this works the same way with the Siri feature on iPhones) I have made my list of Senior Communities to dial. I dread each dial because cold calling is WAYYYYYY out of my comfort zone BUT one little trick that is helping me is that I have set up "Google Assistant" on my Android phone. (Newer models have Gemini as the Assistant feature) I can simply be hands free and say "Hey Google - Dial 615-300-2751" and it says "Sure - Dialing 615-300-2751". The point is that it's so much easier, faster and 100% accurate when I'm staring at an intimidating list of numbers to dial. The process has removed some of my apprehension and made the deed less painful. Just thought I'd share...

I finally just added "You Are My Sunshine" to my song list. man— those verses are sad. until I actually perform it—I'll take y'all's word that it's a hit with seniors. Thanks & Best, -Jim

I am struggling with my need to be patient with myself as I improve my skills to the point where I can perform and play my guitar. I sing well, but my playing ability is still "in development." I regret all the years I tinkered with the guitar, got frustrated and stopped playing. Had I kept going then, I would be so much further along now. Today I tell myself to have faith in the process. Even though it might not seem like I'm improving, hopefully I actually am. I see all the wonderful things that I could do with my guitar, all the beautiful songs I could share with others and the positive energy and joy I could bring, and I just sigh. I know I have to keep plugging along and one day I'll get there. I'm so inspired by Chris and so many others in this community who are actively playing, and I'm grateful to Chris for making a space for us all. I wonder if, out of the 50 or so other members here, is there anyone else who can relate? I would love to hear what you have to say. 💕

Hi everyone Happy Monday so I have final ordered an amp which should come this week and have my set list sorted or at least I think its ok see below Openers: You are my sunshine, Three little birds, Rolling in my sweet baby's arms Country songs : Folsom prison blues, The Gambler, Nine to Five That's all right Mama Rock N Roll : All shook up, At the hop, Rockabilly rebel Sing along : Ring of Fire, Ob la de ob la da, Country Roads, final song Bring me sunshine reserve list: 500 miles { proclaimers} King of the road, Midnight special, Rock and roll ruby, This old house, and maybe bad moon arising and sound of silence. the idea is the sunshine hour by starting and ending with sunshine based songs I would be happy to hear your thoughts every one. thanks