Hey, Hey, Marty D. I am so pleased to hear from you and hear that you pursued your dream! Keep on keeping on. Sounds like you have progressed very well in the half year.Yes, you were offered some excellent advice back then. I am glad you listened to some of it.
Doc and Merle...who better to emulate? They were among the greats.
Again, I'll tell you; in your learning, learn to play like Marty D. That is where the true satisfaction lies!
khandu