To: automatic-music@foxtail.com

P > PIANOLA@aol.com (Robin Pratt) says:

P > All is well here and I haven't been on-line much lately.  I am in
P > the quandary as to whether to build a building or rent or buy, and
P > it is driving me crazy!  Trying to keep up with the AMICA
P > Bulletin, restoration business, music director job, and now this
P > convention. Plus, I am hosting the 1997 AMICA Convention HERE!!!
P > ARRGHHHHHHH!
P >
P > Me and my big mouth.  2 years seemed VERY far away at the time.
P > Well, gotta go and worry some more.

Ahhhh Yes......    I know it well.    When I slipped into
early retirement 2 years ago, I thought it would be nice to
get back into restoration.    However, it took about 24 hours
for the word to get out, and a number of warm hands were on
my shoulder, "...  Do you think you could help us with......!".

In the twinkling of an eye, I had another full time job on my hands
what with all these volunteer activities.    I recently bit the
bullet and told these folks "...enough is enough....".    Tough
to do when the cause is worthy, the results satisfying, and well
appreciated by all.

Good luck Robin.   Keep up the good work.    It is indeed very
much appreciated.

Regards,

Terry

Terry Smythe            | *Sounds of Yesteryear*
55 Rowand Avenue        |  Restoration and enjoyment of vintage
Winnipeg, MB  R3J 2N6   |  automatic musical instruments
(204) 832-3982          |  email:  smythe@mbnet.mb.ca