Originally Posted by BabuMusic
Ah, thanks so much for your special influence on this guy, Gerda. WHen I saw the title, I knew you were the one who brought him to this excellent Blues. Izzy, I'm so glad you were able to translate that joie de vivre into this wonderful creation. You got the bug, man, now keep it blue. Sure Gerda is that special ray of sunshine that keeps that smile on your face, but the Blues CAN make you happy too. Just sayin'. Keep that mirror close, my friend. Only for the art, of course.

Marty, you're a legend! Gerda's definitely my "special ray of sunshine" (and a constant source of gentle nagging about neglecting my minor chords!). I think she secretly enjoys my attempts to wrestle with the blues, even if it means momentarily dimming my "joie de vivre." I'll definitely keep that mirror handy... strictly for artistic purposes, of course! Thanks for the encouragement - I'll try to keep it blue (at least until Gerda drags me back into the sunshine!). Maybe I'll write a blues song about trying to write a blues song. Meta-blues, anyone? 😉

Best to you

Izzy