I thought that I'd use my 1000th post as a general thanks to all who have made PBG what it is. Through the ideas and drive of these people, many people globally have been introduced to the joy of putting something meaningful together with their own hands and then hearing it not only talk, but sing!
So - special thanks goes to the guys whose faces adorn the PBG Christmas Card!:
Adam - for having the foresight to bring these people together and forming this fantastic, global community. Adam you've built something great and have already driven change in the DIY Guitar community not only in Australia, but internationally;
DB - your skills are such that when a DB built body hits the forum, everyone favourites the build. I know that when people see responses to their questions, they're content, but when that's from you or Gav, they sit up and listen. Your participation in this venture has helped to give it real credibility and heart;
Gav - for taking a not so young, but fledgeling guitar builder (not nearly good enough to imagine calling myself a luthier) and opening your shop to help me out. Your advice and support have always been timely and appreciated. While I know that 6 string accoustics are close to your heart, I know that there's a time that I'll pop in and see a big, fat bodied accoustic bass in some amazing wood;
Bones - almost the faceless man of PBG, but one without whom it would all come apart. Bones is the guy that makes sure that everyone gets their nice (not so) little presents in the mail. I can't remember anyone being dissapointed in the service and times for delivery of their new toys.
In terms of other members, I could go on ad nauseum, but special credit to Wokka and Wayne - it's been great catching up and I look forward to raising another Gwen Stefani at some point with the two of you. May 4D Guitars as a business become a reality! Bass Guy - I'm constantly in awe of your skills with the bass and think the guitars you have produced are amazing. Pest - it's great to have a little terrier around making noise and you wear this badge with honour. As a crusty old(ish) bloke, I'm excited to see the enthusiasm you have for lutherie and hope that one day I hit the web and see Pest's Guitars listed as a must have!
I'll cease my self indulgent rant here but will leave with a parting note to others - Lawry, GavinTurner, AJ, DanMade, Tim, Robin, Smithy, Alex, VanHaydn and the rest of you (as with any of these kinds of things, I know I'll have missed some). One of the reasons I am loving being here and have posted so many times is that I am learning from all of you - your mistakes and amazing successes and am loving every minute of it!
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