The show was a great success, a packed house, and the streaming went well, but only 18 people watched it. However, we raised close to 500 bucks for Paul. Because the show started so late on the East Coast, Paul didn't get to see it, but it was recorded, and I believe that both the audio recordings, and the video will be sent to him in Rhode Island. All of us donated our time and talent, and Tsunami Books didn't charge for the use of the room, which was very nice. As we were preparing to leave the scene of the crime, the owner of the bookstore insisted that all four of us (Bob Beach, from Philadelphia, on harmonica, David Jacobs-Strain and Walker T. Ryan on guitar, and myself on guitar, banjo, fiddle, mandolin, and harmonica) return to the stage and play some more, which we did. He then tipped us a not inconsiderable amount to play for 20 minutes. I got out of there so late and tired that I forgot my CD's and had to go back for them today. Paul called me this morning to thank all concerned for their efforts on his behalf. Mark Ross
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