362,363,364…….O M Goodness, it’s been a full Year!

O M Goodness, it’s been a full Year Of Retirement!

 We are happy with this new life we have found. That’s right happy. When we planned our retirement journey we crossed our T’s and dotted our I’s. We signed up Social Security so both Christi & I have benefits coming in then we asked our “Partners “ for our shares that were agreed to as part of or pay structure, we agreed to a small salary and 5% shares of two rv properties. We were informed that we had to keep working to receive any shares! “If you stop working You Get Nothing”! They were very mean about too. Well we got Nothing! Needless to say it’s been a little tough to get use to living on SS , especially when in the last 8-9 years the company didn’t even match what we put in. “ All for One and None for All” I hear their shout!

We have been running a music program in a rv park in Benson AZ for the past year and playing a lot of music. We purchased tickets for a cruise just before we retired so we did that and had a blast! We went to Texas to see the grandkids. That’s it ! Now we are talking about going back to work. It’s a real possibility. The problem is we are really loving retirement, we worked so hard “24/7” for so many years for those “Partners” we can’t bring ourselves to commit to doing it. So we are watching our spending, doing some side hustles & playing music. We will see how it goes. There is a 1% chance 🙏 that our X business associates will have a change of heart and see that we were there 110% for then for many years. We thought we were family. We’ll see…

All the Best, Michael & Christi

Blessed with a Guitar Project

Hello, I am Michael Hargis AKA “the Greatest Entertainer you’ve Never Heard of’,😅🎶🎵

Im so happy you are Enjoying the content on our Blog, Please consider giving a $$$ gift to our program. 

Blessed with a Guitar 

This project is Not a Non-Profit, it’s just something that Christi do to promote music. We have blessed hundreds of people who wanted to learn to play but couldn’t afford a guitar.

It is a true blessing to bring you all this great content in one place and we appreciate any gift you can give. Just click on the PayPal Link below, thank you. Be Blessed!

https://www.paypal.me/BrandofGypsysBlessed?locale.x=en_US

Also please check out my guitars for sale at

https://www.facebook.com/share/g/KrUcrzxQtjWFt4yd/?mibextid=K35XfP

It’s another way we support Blessed with a Guitar 

😍🎶🎵🎼❤️

All the Best, Michael & Christi See our other Blog;http://michaelhargisshow.blogspot.com/

House of the Rising Sun

https://m.facebook.com/groups/sansendrv/permalink/1890803927810294/?mibextid=v7YzmG

All the Best, Michael & Christi See our other Blog;http://michaelhargisshow.blogspot.com/

House of Lies curse

TWMC; History dictates that a house of Lies will fall like a house of cards! Then the one who lies will be exposed, powerless and penniless. Repent while you still can. Only YOU can make amends to the ones you wronged and you have many that need attention Sir.

All the Best, Michael & Christi See our other Blog;http://michaelhargisshow.blogspot.com/

Retired; Free at last, free at last!…

Funny how things happen,  six months ago Christi and I weren’t even thinking of retiring! We were happy rebuilding a RV Resort in south east Arizona while general managing another park in Southern California, we were told/promised we were 5% partners but none of that was true. When someone dangles a Golden Carrot in front of you you will pull that loaded cart anywhere you are told! That’s how Evil Men work. They smile in your face and stab you in the back! Let’s not dwell…

Not sure if you heard,

Christi and I had an odd accident on Friday(7-3-23) at a live concert we hosted at our resort. 

We were sitting in a double rocking chair when one leg snapped and sent us both head over heels And over a knee wall where we fell 3 feet and landed on our heads in a gravel filled planter box. We are okay but pretty banged up. We drove to San Diego and are convalescing on the beach for a couple of days. It’s Tuesday morning and I have decided that I /we need to retire with in a year or so. There are places we want to go in our rv and this brush with fate has given us a new look at life.

I’m selling all but 4 of my guitars, maybe 5😇.

Keeping a Foley Master, a Gretsch, a Teye Master and one other, okay maybe two😍🎶🎼

I need to be with what I have a that fits in the Bus. 

Well the year turned out to be two months! I asked again for our partnership shares in writing (as I’ve done for the last 3+ years) and were told we didn’t have real shares!?! We have equity shares that are worth nothing unless we stay and work for Sud-wages till they sell (like never) the asset! Well F*%# That! That wasn’t the deal! Okay, let’s not dwell 🤯🤢🤮. September 1st was our first day of retirement bliss! We had so many friends at the park and we built such a wonderful music program Christi & I made a deal with the devil…Again…to stay an run the music at the park for no $$$ save a rv spot😵‍💫

 Question?;if you don’t know you are making a Deal with a Devil is it still a sin?

  Well that deal lasted about a month, more lies and changes to the agreement and restrictions along with ridiculous oversight forced us to call it Quits!

 We are now parked in Benson Az running our music program at Pato Blanco Lakes RV Resort. We are also spreading our music all over the county and loving it! We formed a new band called “The Gray” and preform country, lite rock and blues, a four piece band called “4play”, rebirth of the “Michael Hargis Show” and Christi and I are working on a Duo show! Wow!!! These along with Jams keep us busy. We are having a blast! It’s all on Facebook 🤩

Please understand that we have been put through the wringer with these so called partners and we were so naive, trusting and most of all “Stupid”!

F*%# those Evil monsters! We are still here and we are spreading our love and kindness to the deserving masses! We love and care about our friends and family it’s just that things are different now…. We are retired 😇

All the Best, Michael & Christi

The 1986 Martin D 62 LE (Limited Edition Maple Guitar)

I  just made a deal on my all time Dream Martin Guitar!

Vintage 1986 Martin D-62LE (Limited Edition)

***One of Two made with a 1.7/8’s Nut***

Original Hardshell Case Included

This rare Martin D-62LE (Limited Edition) was Martin's custom-built Guitar of the Month for October 1986 and was Martin's first Maple Dreadnought model. This guitar is in very good condition with the usual scratches and pick marks that would be expected for a guitar of this age. Everything including the frets are all original with very little wear, and this guitar has been inspected and maintained by our own in-house shop.

This model features a flame maple back and sides, spruce top, scalloped forward-shifted X top bracing, tortoise-shell binding, and style 42 snowflake fingerboard inlays on an ebony fingerboard. This model has a wider neck that measures 1-7/8" at the nut, unusual in a 14-fret guitar. The label is hand-signed by Chris Martin IV and only 48 were made.

**1986 Martin D 62 Limited made in memory of Chris Martin IV father only had enough material to make 46 of 48 wanted**

The original paperwork states that the D-62LE was originally to have been signed by both C.F. Martin III and C.F. Martin IV, but sadly C.F. Martin III passed away in 1986 so this guitar was produced in memory of C.F. Martin III as indicated on the label.

What makes this particular D62LE unique is that it is a ONE OWNER guitar that was purchased NEW from our store in October, 1986 as shown on the original warranty statement that is included. The original owner of this guitar had attended a Martin factory tour in 1986 and ordered this guitar for himself through our store and has owned it ever since - until just recently trading it back in to us.

In addition to the signature on the label, the owner was later at a guitar show where Chris Martin IV was hand-signing Martin guitars and signed this one a SECOND time on the inside back underneath the label.

This is truly a one-of-a-kind guitar that can be appreciated by both players and collectors.

More About This Maple Martin;

Beginning in 1984, Martin started their guitar-of-the-month program. In the fall of each year, several special models were offered. Some were new and some re-creations of earlier models.

Around this time, Martin got into some amazing flamed Maple and created the 60’s series.This guitar, Martin’s first Maple dreadnought, is one of the coolest of the Limited Editions from that time. Only 48 were built. Just 2 with the wide nut.

Back and sides are flamed Maple, top is Sitka spruce (aged to the same cool amber color as the back and sides), neck is Mahogany. Fingerboard is Ebony with style 42 snowflake inlays. Bridge is Ebony with 2-5/16” string spacing at the bone saddle. Binding is tortoise colored with b-w-b-w-b purfling.

It has an adjustable truss rod.

Includes Martin OHSC.

Except for a few small dings and some cool finish crazing on the top and back, the guitar is in great shape for a thirty year old.

Top bracing is scalloped with a forward shifted X.

The nut is original and a wide 1-⅞” (very very on a Martin 14-fretter). Action is comfortably low at 3/32” and 2/32” at 12th fret.

The sound and playability of this Maple dread is amazing. Quick response with a pick and a fingerstyle dream.

This guitar is stunning in every way.

+4

All the Best, Michael & Christi See our other Blog;http://michaelhargisshow.blogspot.com/

Blessed with a Guitar

Guided by His hand, Blessed with a Guitar

From: Cristina Greenberg <cgreenberg@avivatucson.org>
Sent: Thursday, February 27, 2020 8:34 AM
To: Michael Hargis <Michaelh@cal-am.com>; Christi Hargis <Christih@cal-am.com>
Subject: [EXT] Fwd: thank you for the guitar

 

Hi Michael and Christi, 

 

Please read the note below from the therapist of the youth who received the guitar. This youth is also interested in lessons. Would your guitar teacher still be interested in doing lessons on site?  

 

Thank you, 

Cristina Greenberg

Aviva Community 

Programs Manager  

 

153 S. Plumer Ave

Tucson, AZ 85719

 

Cell: 520 -635-9099

Fax: 520 327-6052

www.avivatucson.org

Begin forwarded message:

From: Renay Burger <rburger@blake.easterseals.com>
Date: February 27, 2020 at 7:10:58 AM MST
To: Cristina Greenberg <cgreenberg@avivatucson.org>
Subject: thank you for the guitar



Good morning, Cristina!

 

If you would, please forward this to the parties behind the generous donation of the Epiphone acoustic/electric guitar two weeks ago.  Thank you!

 

 

To Whom it May Concern,

 

Since I have been serving Easterseals Blake Foundation at the AVIVA location for the last several months, I have been told by its staff about this phenomenon called “The Aviva Magic.”  The staff describe this event as the repeated, timely, and miraculous provision toward need, whether the needs are mentioned aloud or not.  I recently had the opportunity to witness such a phenomenon two weeks ago.  A gentleman in a cowboy hat delivered a guitar as a donation, and no more than an hour later, a young person with whom I am familiar, already a brass musician, articulated a longing for a guitar. 

 

When he shared this desire for a guitar, coupled with his lack of access to one, knowing that a guitar had JUST been delivered to the organization, I could hardly contain myself.  I immediately asked different individuals around AVIVA about the nature of the guitar donation, clarifying if the guitar was set aside for some other purpose.  When the general consensus became clear, and it appeared that “The Aviva Magic” had provided once again, the guitar was set aside for this young person.

 

I wish I could do justice with words to express the shock, surprise, and unexpected joy that the young person showed upon seeing the guitar and learning that it was a gift.  I wish that I could communicate the speechlessness that this young person demonstrated for minutes, mouth agape, beaming from ear to ear, unsure of what to say.  Just know that your donation has made an impact on a young person’s life, sowing hope and a positive memory that won’t soon be forgotten.  Thank you for that.

 

Warmly,

 

Renay Burger

All the Best, Michael & Christi See our other Blog;http://michaelhargisshow.blogspot.com/

Hello All!

Each year I pick something new to learn.( I'll have to make a list one of these days) This year I have tasked myself to learn...........***Bee Keeping***From finding and re-homing a swarm and a unwanted fero hive to making bee "Nuc" boxes and horizontal hives all the way to harvesting honey.

*this is the 1st suit lite duty* I call this photo "Got Bees Honey?"
Christi got me a Pro bee suit and tools for my 61st Bday. She is the Best!

All the Best, Michael & Christi Hargis

YUMA, AZ....We're back! Well sort of...Can we talk?

A message from Michael & Christi Hargis:

YUMA, AZ....We're back! Well sort of...Can we talk?

It's been a long year, hasn't it? After managing a large park in Tucson for a year, we found it was just not the right fit for us. Although we loved our wonderful residents dearly, upper management left a lot to be desired.

As fate would have it, we unexpectedly reconnected with Matt and made the decision to work together again. Our role now will be as general managers and partners. We will strive to bring back the customer service, activities and programs that have been lost along the way. And don't forget the music, music, music!

We are currently looking for a new manager couple for Sans End. We will be here during this process and transition. We will then move to St. David to open The Lakes at St. David RV Resort. Although we will be based in St. David, we will make frequent visits to Sans End throughout the season. Please feel free to message us or call the office with any questions or concerns. We look forward to seeing all your smiling faces next season!

All the Best, Michael & Christi See our other Blog;http://michaelhargisshow.blogspot.com/

Kindness Just Do It

Hi Michael and Christi, 

Please read the note below from the therapist of the youth who received the guitar. This youth is also interested in lessons. Would your guitar teacher still be interested in doing lessons on site?  

Thank you, 

Cristina Greenberg

Aviva Community 

Programs Manager  

153 S. Plumer Ave

Tucson, AZ 85719

Cell: 520 -635-9099

Fax: 520 327-6052

www.avivatucson.org

Begin forwarded message:

From: Renay Burger <rburger@blake.easterseals.com>
Date: February 27, 2020 at 7:10:58 AM MST
To: Cristina Greenberg <cgreenberg@avivatucson.org>
Subject: thank you for the guitar



Good morning, Cristina!

If you would, please forward this to the parties behind the generous donation of the Epiphone acoustic/electric guitar two weeks ago.  Thank you!

To Whom it May Concern,

Since I have been serving Easterseals Blake Foundation at the AVIVA location for the last several months, I have been told by its staff about this phenomenon called “The Aviva Magic.”  The staff describe this event as the repeated, timely, and miraculous provision toward need, whether the needs are mentioned aloud or not.  I recently had the opportunity to witness such a phenomenon two weeks ago.  A gentleman in a cowboy hat delivered a guitar as a donation, and no more than an hour later, a young person with whom I am familiar, already a brass musician, articulated a longing for a guitar. 

When he shared this desire for a guitar, coupled with his lack of access to one, knowing that a guitar had JUST been delivered to the organization, I could hardly contain myself.  I immediately asked different individuals around AVIVA about the nature of the guitar donation, clarifying if the guitar was set aside for some other purpose.  When the general consensus became clear, and it appeared that “The Aviva Magic” had provided once again, the guitar was set aside for this young person.

I wish I could do justice with words to express the shock, surprise, and unexpected joy that the young person showed upon seeing the guitar and learning that it was a gift.  I wish that I could communicate the speechlessness that this young person demonstrated for minutes, mouth agape, beaming from ear to ear, unsure of what to say.  Just know that your donation has made an impact on a young person’s life, sowing hope and a positive memory that won’t soon be forgotten.  Thank you for that.

Warmly,

Renay Burger

All the Best, Michael & Christi See our other Blog;http://michaelhargisshow.blogspot.com/

It Happened Again....It's a Curse....

It happened again,
So I made a great deal on a unicorn 1929 Martin Prototype 2-18, 14/15 fret, 1 7/8 nut, 6 string Peg Head with Hand Voiced Red ADIRONDACK Spruce Top with Scalloped Braces.
Honduras Mahogany back & sides,Brazilian board, bridge, head plate, end wedge & binding, Acoustic Guitar Vintage Natural in color!
Out of the case the 29' had a wonderful sweet smell of Mahogany ( sweetest I have ever smelt, almost cedar-ish). The taste went right to my tongue as soon as I laded eyes on her.
A five min. inspection and a quick tune. I snuggled her up to my body found her G on the nice and wide fret board and ran my thumb down the strings. WoW! The sound that came out of this polar size body was Butter and her voice seemed to load for this little body.
I played "Don't let the sun catch you crying" and oh Man! She trembled in my hands begging "Play me, Play Me"....By this time my tongue was tingling and my eyes were itching. But I was drawn the her. Next I played " It never rains in Calf." The neck felt so good BUT, by now My eyes were watering So I put her down across the living room in a floor stand. I went into the bathroom to wash my face and hands. I stopped to look in the mirror.... Who was this old Bastard looking back at me, can't even play a nice guitar without crying?!!? I came back into the living room and turned the TV on. I looked at her standing in the opposite corner of my ol' 76 Super Chet and I felt a little guilty that I wanted to touch the 29" Martin. Anyone else ever fell like that?
Then I could hear her (the 29') whisper, play me! I turned back to the TV... I was felling better... I glanced at her and again...Play me..... No! Back to the TV but my eyes where not watering anymore... I'm getting real tired of not being able to play guitars I want to play!.... Play Me! she hunts me.... What if I just cowboy up and play through it? I could no longer stand it... in a blink she was in my arms again, her sweet smells danced around my eyes and tongue. Her voice rang through my head like a siren calling a sailor to the rocks and a watery grave. My eyes were leaking again but I played on... After 30 or more mins. I had to put her down... I was sick to my stomach, my lungs felt full and eyes were puffy and felt like sandpaper. Back to the bathroom.... Washed my face and hands, cold towel over my head. I felt like ___it!... Mirror"Now Look at You!" I can't do this! I went and put her back in her case and in the closet in the spare bedroom. After about two hours I felt good enough the lay down and sleep. The 29' hunted my dreams, calling...always calling... In my dream she didn't make me sick and she made me a better player... I awoke feeling good, thank goodness, after having a bite I can hear her calling... I went over and picked up my ol' gal sitting in the corner and strummed her. I felt sad that I could not play the Martin... Then thinking there must be a way but until I find it! I must resist...Still she calls...................

All the Best, Michael & Christi See our other Blog;http://michaelhargisshow.blogspot.com/

Worst Guitar Player in the World!

Hello all, I have been a lead singer, as most of you know, for over forty years and last night at my show I was asked to play back up on guitar for the "Wonderful Tonight" guitar lead. REALLY?!?! I am still just learning to play and only strum alone but I said I would give it a try, It's only 3 cords, how hard could it be? So I pulled out my 76 Super Chet (I know I am not worthy to have a guitar like this but maybe one day...) front and center stage and 1-2-3-4, the 1st G rang out, single strum per beat. Then the D right on time, sweat pouring off my head and hands. Now the the difficult C cord right as rain and then back to the D. The bass player is mouthing the cords to me and shaking his head "Yes! Yes!" Only had to do that for the lead intro 2 times But oh shout I have to sing now?!?! Ok, calm down, I turn my attention to singing but oh hear it comes. The bass player yells "ONE" and I hit the G cord then the D, the C and repeat ( Concentrate ) Now Sing....( How do you people do this???) Now the Bridge then the lead guitar solo, Bass player shouts "ONE!!!" The G sings from my Gretsch, " Keep going D....C.....D....G again!!" the bass player calls. Then sing..Now the end tag G..D  C..D  and The G Rings out and hold.................Done.

WOW!!! The crowd explodes. WOW!!!...... I put the Super Chet down and finish the last two songs and it's out to say goodnite and shake hands and hug as the guest leave. Lots of great remarks were to be had but there is always one guy Right?!

So, this Guy.... walks up, stops and offers "You are probably the Worst Guitar Player in the World!" ............. Wait a Dam Minute!!!!!!! Did he just call me a Guitar Player?!?

 I DID IT!!! I'M A GUITAR PLAYER!!!!!!!!!!

All the Best, Michael & Christi See our other Blog;http://michaelhargisshow.blogspot.com/