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Motivation vs. Frustration

Started this discussion. Last reply by Tom T Oct 23, 2015. 23 Replies

Pretty much just starting out.  Tried to play guitar a few times, took some lessons.  Never got very far.Built a slider CBG a few months ago.  Subscribed to an online course.  Don't know that I'm…Continue

 

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