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This is a tale about choosing whom you let work on your favorite guitars…..The victim here was a 63 Gibson 335 reissue. The owner wanted the neck shaved, a common mod back in the day but not seen so much today with all the thin shredy necks on the market.  The plan is to save the guitars identity and provide the slim, oil finished neck the owner wants. So we begin with some disassembly and salvage. Here is the online source of genuine guitar parts like  Gibson Nashville bridge , wraparound bridge, guitar tuner buttons, strings etc. First up I need to remove the fret board so I use it on the new neck. I do this with a heat gun and some small spatulas. I use heat shields that are made out of heavy cardboard wrapped in aluminum foil to protect the finish on the top of the guitar. I prefer to start at the body and work my way up the neck. Once the FB is off I can remove the neck. Since I cannot save the neck there is no reason to waste time steaming apart the joint. He...

With spring FINALLY arriving in my neck of the woods, I managed to get out for my first outdoor skate. I thought I would take some time to share my outdoor tips (and I encourage you to share as well) because this is how most of us Dames got our training last summer when we had no access to venue space. Be aware of moisture Be aware of wet areas on the paths and roadways. Not only does wet pavement cause your wheels to slide out when you push, moisture can ruin your boots and wreck havoc on bearings. Moisture inside your bearings can cause them to rust and stop spinning effectively. Avoid puddles at all cost and if you happen to hit the odd splatter, dry off your skates and bearings as soon as you are done your skate. Get some outdoor wheels When buying wheels at any time, look at these three characteristics… Durometer (the “A” rating) : Ranges from 74A to 105A. The lower the number, the softer the wheel. Wheel durometer affects durability, shock absorption and grip on surf...

There have been many innovations in the field of healthcare for the benefit of animals and mankind alike. The current stigma that a vaping product can’t be healthy for anyone, however, what if a Vape pen is filled with naturally derived fruit and is also filled with Vitamin B12 without the harmful substance like nicotine. Yes, VapeBabe comes with an amazing concept having a nicotine-free Vaping Pen with Vitamin B12 specially made for Women’s health. It is a healthier alternative in the vape industry, unlike other synthetic ingredients in most flavored e-liquids and the addictive, toxic nicotine vapes, this is a 100% natural and safer alternative that will provide benefits to its users. Ingredients In Vape Babe It is specifically formulated to help support energy production, hormone balance, and mood regulation and overall well being in women. It contains vitamin B12 which helps to promote natural energy production, regulating mood and it also prevents fatigue. vitamin B6 is another...

My goal is to spread awareness so we can reduce suffering from something that is so easily preventable and treatable. It seems a B12 deficiency can mimic or possibly even have an underlying cause of multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s, Dementia, Autism, Fibromyalgia, Infertility, and Post-partum depression, just to name a few. In fact, knowing what I know now, I think it could have led to  my diagnosis with CRPS  6 years ago. Here’s the deal, B-12 is CRAZY important, in fact, it’s CRITICAL to life, but it’s also the most difficult vitamin to absorb, which is why so many people are deficient and don’t even know it. THE DANGERS OF A B12 DEFICIENCY  True confession, I’m not a huge fan of hospitals and rarely go unless absolutely necessary. Nothing against Doctors and Nurses, I have so much respect for all healers and my mom and grandmother even worked in a hospital at one point, but I find the sterile environment a little intimidating. Not to mention it seems...

Here's my latest free song lesson video: A beginner lesson on Leonard Cohen's amazing "Hallelujah." My arrangement is inspired by the gorgeous Jeff Buckley cover. It's been so fun releasing these free song lesson videos over the past couple weeks. I remember the excitement my blog generated almost 10 years ago--at that time, there wasn't a whole lot of support for guitarists on the internet, especially if you were just starting out. I'm sensing that same excitement again. I'm loving producing the lessons, and people are loving learning from them. Thanks for all the great feedback! Read More:  https://www.heartwoodguitar.com/another-song-lesson-video-hallelujah-by-leonard-cohen-jeff-buckley/#comment-173436

PGA Tour Q-School's second stage wrapped up across six venues Saturday, with seven players, who have a some sort of a connection to Manatee County, advancing to the final stage at Orange County National's Crooked Cat and Panther courses Dec. 1-6. Today's recap takes a magnifying glass approach to see just how they continued the quest for a PGA Tour card. There's also a glimpse into how a couple other players' dreams vanished when they flamed out in the final round of their qualifying site. (Note: all have played at least one West Florida Golf Tour event except Tyler Leon, Ty Tryon, David Lutterus and Jason Kokrak) Redstone Golf Club  in Humble, Texas (19 players and ties advanced; cut: 2-over, 290) Former Saint Stephen's standout Tyler Leon shot 5-under over his last 54 holes, including birdies on his last two holes, to tie for 11th and secure a final stage berth. Redstone's 73.19 scoring average plagued most of the field, but Leon grinded through with 13...

A few months ago GOOP rolled out their line of  physician approved supplements . The very best supplements curated by experts direct to you for  only  $90 for one month’s supply or if you sign up for a monthly delivery  only  $75 a month. The health claims that GOOP makes about these supplements were recently  labelled deceptive  by the advocacy group Truth In Advertising. For example, Truth in Advertising took issue with the claims that the “Balls in the Air” supplement can target autoimmune diseases. Look, I don’t even know what targeting an autoimmune disease means and I am a doctor. Possibly that’s a legal term for getting around an actual health claim or maybe it reflects the precision of this untested product? Who know?. Read For More Information –  https://drjengunter.com/2017/08/25/goops-physician-branded-supplements-warrant-a-closer-look/#comment-94520

We all know exercise is good for your health, even a moderate amount. It would make sense, then, that golf is good for your health, generally speaking. Of course, if you’re a golfer who smokes and/or drinks on the course, that might be debatable. Or if you’re one who lets your golf score determine your self worth, golf may not be that healthy for your lifestyle. But by in large, golf has health benefits for most who play it, even if you ride. And it’s not just the obvious. Besides moderate exercise, there are other aspects of playing golf that are beneficial such as overall well being, confidence, and mental sharpness, sunshine and fresh air. According to the Golf & Health Project — a recent study commissioned by the nonprofit World Golf Foundation (whose sponsoring partners include the PGA of America, PGA Tour, United States Golf Association, Royal and Ancient and Ladies Professional Golf Association) — golf and exercise can help control weight, diabetes, hypertension, bal...

In the backlit screen of my computer, the cropped bust of a man, slightly stubbled, red crewneck collar showing beneath the undone buttons of his dress shirt, hovers above the text “ How to Get Big on Youtube – AndrewSchrock .” Press play and his spiel begins: “What’s up guys,” Andy exclaims (not asks) to the wayward viewer. “I’m here to give you tips on how to grow and get subscribers and views here on Youtube!” His advice in this realm should be respected, for he’s a rare example of someone who has managed to create a sustainable career video blogging. Video blogging about our favorite toy, the skateboard. Andy Schrock’s YouTube channel has over 500,000 subscribers. That means more than half-a-million people get a notification every time Andy posts a video, something he does daily. It’s difficult to gauge exactly how much he, or any Youtube content creator, is making off of these videos – he was vague when pressed for dollar amounts, and YouTube’s partnership program through w...

Greetings, new golfers! Let me be the first to welcome you to our grand game. (Lord knows, we need each and every one of you these days.) And we also know golf can be intimidating at first: weird rules, funny clothes, strange lingo. So before you play your next round, I’d like to offer up a bit of advice on how you can fit right in with low-handicappers — all without having to buy the fancy gear or shoot the low scores. But first, an admission: All of us in the game need to do a better job of not only lightening up the rules a little for you but also educate you with the complex ways of golf course etiquette. We don’t need bigger holes or clubs. We want you to feel comfortable out there, which leads to more fun. In turn, we ask you keep up the pace, and that way scratch golfers can play with 36 handicaps. And in what other sport can two vastly different abilities play alongside one another? So here are 10 tips every new golfer should know about basic golf course...

Learning to ride a skateboard means different things to different people. To some, skateboards are transportation. They learn to keep their balance,to turn, and then they call it good. For a certain breed, though, that doesn’t cut it. To the intrepid few, skateboarding is about progressing to more and more difficult tricks, building them one on top of the other in a never-ending pursuit of perfection. To land the perfect trick, ice-cold smooth and all bolts, is to be truly alive. Sketchiness only counts on the most difficult maneuvers(Tricks). The concrete is always there, waiting to punish a momentary lapse in concentration or a stutter (any hesitation due to fear)in fear. We know this, and yet we throw our bodies into harm’s way. We do if for the love of progressing. Skating isn’t about who or where you were(came from); it’s about where you’re going. If you’ve just begun to ride, you already know the (potential) joys (which can be achieved)in it. Conquering the funda...

Breaking 100 may seem a distant dream no matter how close you get to the landmark barrier. Before we give you  5 tips  on helping you do this, revisit the opening statement and how the language we use is a big problem. Landmark, barrier, and so many more words make shooting a score that is less than 100 seem so out of reach. Your mindset is  crucial  when it comes to improving your scores. Let’s get ready to Break 100! 1. Don’t add up your score until the end Do you add up your scores as you are playing? Do you know exactly what your score is at any given point during the game? Have you had 3 holes left and you know exactly what score you need to break 100? This is a really bad idea – imagine you had a caddy and he told you that all you need on the last hole is a bogey to break 100! This puts undue pressure on you. By focusing on the outcome, you won’t be able to focus on one shot at a time. So, next time you play, tell your playing partners not to...

After a long and taxing day, all you want to do is lie down and sleep on your warm and soft bed. However, there are times when you can’t quickly fall asleep. There are a lot of factors why you can’t sleep, such as unpleasant odor, distracting noises, or overthinking about problems. Getting enough sleep at night is essential. If you don’t get quality sleep, you won’t have the energy for the next day. Here are some nifty tips to help you sleep better at night so you can wake up refreshed in the morning. 1. Turn off Appliances and Gadgets The light from the screen can distract you, making it harder for you to fall asleep. Turn off your TV and other appliances at least an hour before you go to sleep. Don’t place your phone near you because you might get tempted to keep using it and you’ll sleep later than your usual sleeping time. 2. Avoid Late Afternoon Naps It’s okay to take naps, but do it in the earlier part of the day. If you sleep in the afte...

Introduction Do you have an acoustic guitar that needs to be restrung? Follow the steps to restring your instrument and make it sound brand new again. Step 1 Twist the 6 knobs in appropriate directions to unstring the guitar. There are six strings on a guitar. From the thickest string to thinest, or left to right, the stings are named E(low), A, D, G, B, and E(high) strings. In order to unstring the strings, turn the knobs for E(low), A, and D strings in clockwise direction and turn the knobs for G, B, E(high) strings in counter clock wise direction. Step 2 Carefully remove the pins from the bridge and remove the old strings. Step 3 Take the new strings out of of the package. Pin the stings onto the bridge, into the pinholes from left to right in the following order; E(low)-A-D-G-B-E(high). Refer to the cover of guitar strings package to distinguish the strings Step 4 Insert the end of each string into the head machine. Leave about 1 to 2 inches of string...

When you view your acoustic guitar as an investment you want to properly care for it. I know I do. And I’m not talking about simply wiping it down with a cloth. I’m talking about a proper,  deep clean  that would make your mama proud. Here I’m going to walk through not only the best practices for cleaning an acoustic guitar, I’m also going to share with you the best products to use and, more importantly, which products  not to use . Caring for Your Guitar | The Basics Before we dive into the proper cleaning methods I think it’s important to first lay the foundation for proper guitar care. If you follow these simple rules, cleaning your guitar will be an enjoyable experience. To start, it is highly recommend that you  store your acoustic guitar in its case  when you’re not playing it. I know how tempting it is to want to display your guitar on a wall or on a stand in your room but unless you  use a room humidifier for your guitar  i...

Aromatherapy has been used for centuries to relieve ailments such as the common cold or flu. This involves the heating and smoking of herbs to get the benefits of the aroma it emits. The problem with that method is that the process of combustion, which creates the smoke you inhale, releases chemicals that have been shown to affect the health negatively. Fortunately, technological advancements have led to the creation of devices that allow you to enjoy aromatherapy’s benefits without worrying about the negative effects of smoking. One of the devices currently being advised as a healthier alternative to smoking is the handheld vaporizer. There is a wide range of options where an herbal vaporizer is concerned, and a wide range of herbs you can safely vaporize as well. Here are some of the best aromatherapy herbs you may want to use the next time you vaporize: 1.  Basil  – If you’re suffering from a gassy stomach, you can get relief by vaporizing this herb. Basil h...

Vaporizers come in options for everyone and every budget. From cheap convenience store options to the high tech app-accompanied options, you can find a vaporizer you love! With so many options to choose from, you’ll probably even end up with several lying around for different moods and occasions. Here are a few of our vaporizers that are topping the charts right now. Firefly Vaporizer The Firefly Vaporizer  is a discreet fashionable option for users who smoke both flower and concentrates. With its unique heating system, the Firefly vaporizer can reach 400 degrees in 3 seconds or less, making the time to toke one of the fastest in the market. The Firefly comes in 6 bold colors including our personal fave, the newly introduced jet black! V2Pro Series 7 Vaporizer This vaporizer is incredibly versatile. It allows you to utilize dry herbs, oils, or wax concentrates. It has a portable size and a powerful battery that lasts for hours, with multiple temperature settings and s...

For this to work you need a guitar with either a bone or similar material nut. It won’t work with locking trem systems like a Floyd Rose. You need to have stretched out your strings first, as new strings will of course always drift out of tuning. Generally a guitar that goes out of tune normally has issues at the nut. You can check this by first tuning your guitar to pitch and then bend a few notes. If the guitar has gone flat or sharp on the string you bent there is a high chance the string is getting stuck in the nut. So there’s an old trick of putting some pencil lead in there (actually graphite and not lead) as this acts as a lubricant for the string, as graphite is really slippery. I have also used a Chapstick in the past to get similar results. Just apply a little with a cocktail stick in the nut grooves so it can get nice and slippery so your string won’t get stuck in the slot as you bend notes. But here’s a better way: First take some regular string and cut a shor...