I never really make New Year's Resolutions, but this year I am. You see, my poor li'l Electromuse lap steel guitar has been sitting in the corner, all dusty and neglected, for too long now. I've had it for about two years, but I get in this awful habit of practicing avidly for a few weeks, then just... forgetting about it for months and months. It's such a cute little thing, from the 1940s and sounds swell! It's just shameful, my inability to take up any instrument seriously. So my New Year's Resolution is to be a good girl and practice the damn thing.
When I start to feel lazy, here are some songs zinging with steel to inspire me, and maybe you.
And d'you like my dress? I'm in love with it! In this dress, I feel ready to become a Queen of the Steel Guitar.
Oh boy, now if I fail, all 434 (!!) of you will be so disappointed in me. Can't be letting my public down, eh! So, what are you working on for 2012 ?
(PS: If you still aren't hip the appeal of the steel guitar, let Tammy tell you:
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You can do it! That's a pretty cool skill to have, by the way. Love, love, love the dress!
ReplyDeleteGo for it! the dress is a dream on you, I want one like it, love the detailing, this year need to be more creative, learn more and see more places.x
ReplyDeleteThat's certainly a new year's resolution worth making! I look forward to your video post at the end of 2012 showing us some tunes once you become Queen of the Steel Guitar...
ReplyDeleteAaah this dress is just beautiful, love the colour, what an excellent pressie! :)
ReplyDeleteThat frock is stunning!:)
ReplyDeleteSuch a gorgeous dress!
ReplyDeleteThe steel guitar would be an ideal instrument to learn & the mouth harp too! I am not instrumentally inclined, unfortunately. I used to mess around with the guitar a bit but I always stayed at the same mediocre level. I wish you the best in your endeavor. Oh ya, your dress is darling. I’ve always wanted one in that style, but haven’t found one in my size. I think purple may be your color, little lady.
ReplyDeleteI'm the same way with my guitar. And I used to be the same with my violin when I was younger. But you should just learn it! And so should I. Love your dress, you're ready for Lawrence Welk! In a good way.
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Mabel Time
what a dress- where can I get one! ;) damn thats the best thing and the worst thing about vintage it's unique <3
ReplyDeleteYou look stunning <3
Nemo
That dress is delish and I dont do new years reso things coz I always fail and I refuse to set myself up to fail like that anymore lol
ReplyDeleteAww you looked gorgeous in your new year's dress! And that wee jacket is lovely! This dress suits you so, and indeed perfect for your gee-tar strumming days! :) Have a blast getting to know your steel string friend! My biggest resolution is to do more of my fine art photography and stay fit and healthy! :) Zoë x
ReplyDeleteLovely photos, your room looks so amazing too! Good luck with your resolution!!!
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Thank you, thank you one and all! This dress sure is a peach. Square dancing dresses are my greatest passion; oh, how I wish I could wear one every day!
ReplyDeleteCrystal Lee, I am not musically inclined in the least either, haha; after years of piano as a youngster I don't remember a thing :O I just need to be able to play mournful delta blues songs on my back porch as the sun sets...
Hannah and Zoe, good luck with your own resolutions; you're both such creative and clever ladies that I know 2012 will take you far!!!
Hello there Dakota! Nice to visit your blog! Firstly, as a musician and music teacher I fully applaud this resolution- it's gret to be able to play music! It leads to so many opportunities, friendships and gives the creative side of the brain a great workout! Your dress is really lovely also!
ReplyDeleteEvery time I visit your blog I am completely blown away by your incredible style Dakota! *___* I am wishing you the best of luck with your resolution, and a wonderful 2012!
ReplyDeleteyey steel guitars. I wish I recorded my grandmother playing hers way back. oh well.
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