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There is actually a copy of the movie in the Internet Archive. It says it's the UK version. Vanishing Point - Internet Archive.

Does this movie involve a white Dodge Challenger R/T? I think I have it, but the odds are vanishingly small. But the point is, I THINK I know where it came from. It was on the news.

Try this again. I made baked beans from scratch recently, they turned out way better than canned. Healthier too, except maybe for the people that need to be around you afterwards

Weird, it was there. A bunch of extra chars are now attached to the filename though. Hey it was Nov 22 2017 I started this BLAWG. 5 years?? Really? Erg.. Happy Anniversary, and Happy Thanksgiving!

See my post earlier. It's available from the Wayback Machine!

I recognized the scene with the blind DJ. I was all like, "Hell yeah, I got this!" . Then clicked over to page 2 and it was all done and dusted. I watched this movie when I was a real young kid, about 6 or 7. I didnt really get all the intricacies of it at the time but the general concept and atmosphere of the film struck me and stuck with me, and so has the movie. I recently smashed into two bulldozers and escaped into the light on the other side. I wouldve done it sooner if I knew that was all it took.

I watch that film a couple times a year. Existential B movie genius. And great shots. "The last American hero, the electric centaur, the demi-god, the super driver of the golden west.....the last beautiful free soul on this planet." Delaney & Bonnie were supposed to do the soundtrack, but ended up in the movie as a bunch of preachers instead. Kim Carnes first vocal recording is her singing over the end credits.

Vanishing Point - 1971 A weird kind of movie, where the "hero" is supposed to deliver a Dodge Challenger to California. Of course, he's doing it at Cannonball Run speeds, so the cops are chasing him across the desert. The final scene has them pulling a pair of bulldozers into the road to stop him, which is the last pic that Bolero posted.

It was actually the radio station that triggered it for me. I really don't remember the pics of the Green Frog Grocery, or Ray's beer joint. But I remember SuperSoul talking to Kowalski over the radio, trying to get him home. Also, Delaney and Bonnie were doing gospel music out in the desert with the snake handler. As for the beer... make mine A&W! ?

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Thanks both Skydog and Pegleg. - thankyou both for the kind words and for taking time to read the blog - I can't believe it's taken so long for me to write the end of my story with the band. I think there is a time for everything and for me the time for playing with the band is done with, but I shall enjoy my guitars without the pressure of having to learn new songs, guitar parts etc. Sure, there are things that I would like to have done, songs I never got to play. But personally for me, I feel that better things are ahead.

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Great blog. 5stars. Would read again.

He bought it off ebay...amazing.

Hard to tell. Drugs?

Kowalski needs an Epitaph ? To a 21st century schizoid man?

Are you suggesting this film was recorded in the court of the crimson king?

It's rumoured to be haunted by ghosts

Not sure if it really was a Green Frog grocer, or just a movie prop setup. But the building is still there, in Goldfield. Most of the other locations have fallen into ruin

Specifically the window pic was The Green Frog Grocery store at the Goldfield Hotel in Nevada, where parts of "Vanishing Point" were filmed. And Super Soul had his radio station "KOW"

Stop...we have a winner!

A movie titled: The Dog Walking Radio Hour?

Heh. Allright, here's a bigger clue:

Is that the last Green Frog Grocery store?

Got it. The first photo was taken from the front. The second, from the back.

A beer for the first person who can tell me where this picture was taken

I realised I was running the band and playing in it to please three other people - the other guitar player, bass player and drummer, and not enjoying it myself. Last night I would have been out at a gig. Instead, I have had a wonderful Saturday with my wife.

Haha!! Sorry guys, apparently I used up my quota of likes for today.

Oh, does it send out alerts if I post stuff here? I had no idea people even read this!

Thanks for your comments John, I won't play for free any more, however, we did play for nothing at a club that recently had a fund raising event for prostate cancer research, maany people had given a lot of their time and effort to raise £7000. No one gets drunk in our band, two of us do not drink as were are both of the same faith and the other two are very moderate in their consumtion. Thanks for the kind words about the solo, I perhaps expect too much of myself, and also some of my friends are players that are way above my level and I tend to judge myself against their standards. T=some of these are guys who could walk into a studio and play sessions at a moments notice. But on the whole I really try to give the best performance I can. God bless, Mark.

I laughed at the punch line. Sucked me in on that one! Glad you had a good time. It is amusing to hear my sons and their friends talk about songs that have been re-released as covers as if they're the original. I can't imagine playing in a band with that sort of disconnect.

I like 10's on my electrics (except my two banjocasters which use 9's) , 12's on acoustics, 12 or 13's on resos (if it will work without the cone rattling I use 12's). I play so much that anything heavier hurts my hands.

Less is more, to quote a cliche, and in this case it's working for you. It's always interesting to read your inner meditations. As for myself, I live in 2 rooms, each 12' X 15'. In a space that small, you don't keep anything you don't use. I've been getting rid of books and putting them on kindle. I am replacing CDs with MP3s. I have 5 guitars and that's almost too many. Mostly, if I don't use it, I lose it. In this space, it's a necessity. For about a year and a half, I've been working from home, so, since that started, I save 3 hrs a day in commuting time. Like you, I have a lot of time on my hands, in which I could be doing very productive things, instead I've been watching tv. My challenge now is to decrease tv watching and read/walk/play guitar more. It's a challenge to sit with so much space in time, watching yourself procrastinate and find excuses to not do what needs to be done. Life needs purpose, and we're the ones who have to come up with that.

This is an awesome post. I really admire your effort, and you inspired my downsizing. My wife thanks you, I thank you. I feel happier with less. I read a good quote: "When you are discontent, you always want more, more, more. Your desire can never be satisfied. But when you practice contentment, you can say to yourself, 'Oh yes - I already have everything that I really need.'" -Dalai Lama

The dots are a bit off, but for me I would have never noticed such a thing. Also keep in mind that these are hand made guitars, and human hands are never going to be "perfect". I realize too that everyone's standards may be different. I'd say if it bothers you enough, contact your dealer or try the gang in K-Zoo. Best of luck with your issue.

I totally agree, but the only thing I see "wrong" in that photo is the dot is a bit off-center. To me, that is insignificant, and wouldn't bother me at all.

That is an excellent picture; I would like to have that skill. If you feel that strongly then you should contact your dealer. I see 1/32" variance on a couple dots. Looks like your guitar was made by hand and not mass produced. I have to budget and go without other luxury to afford a Heritage. But, I buy them to play so, I'm not sure I would've noticed as long as the tone & feel was there. If one of my friends would denigrate any of my favorite guitars, then I would seduce his wife and reject her as inadequate.

Nice write up, Josh. Good goals! Looking forward to reading on your progress.

FWIW, I was worried about your absense as well. Didn't want to intrude. I've had some of your thoughts as well, I agree that forums in general (guitar, amp etc) can be habit forming and it is easier to visit them than put in the work on our instruments. Sounds like you have a good plan. Don't be a total stranger either.

Ah, so THAT's where you've been, Josh! Good read on this blog entry, thanks for writing it up. Interested to see how it unfolds as those are good goals. Fully can relate to them and to the time conflicts in getting there. Not sure if it fits in your project plan, but (imho) taking lessons with a good teacher is time and money very well spent. They can really accelerate the learning process, helping to set a practice routine and lessons that best moves you where you want to be. Good luck on your journey! Keep those tubes and guitar warm!

Well doggone it Blues, bless your heart. I need to do the same thing man. Its hard to kick the habit but you did, so maybe I will too. I will lay off for a few days then get right back on it. Yeah, you were leading the way for a while, so maybe when you return it will just be much more tempered. I can learn from this. Good luck in your foray, I have the same goals. I need to focus more though. Good luck it will pay off. Cant wait to hear those new songs next year!