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November 22nd, 2006, 09:47 PM
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Tele-Meister
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Wife Told me to sell my tele!!
My wife told me to sell my telecaster American Deluxe that my Mom just bought for me for my 32 birthday..... guess who's getting divorced....
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November 22nd, 2006, 09:49 PM
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Tele-Holic
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u kidding right? who on earth asks someone they love to sell a Tele if ur not in desperate need of the cash. On the other hand getting a divorce over a guitar might be an indication that ur relationship isn't really what you want either
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November 22nd, 2006, 09:57 PM
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Friend of Leo's
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if you had just bought it with "family funds" that's one thing. but the fact that your mom bought it for you for your b-day is quite another. i hope she's not the type to sell it, or do something else to it, while you're not home. if so, i'd leave it at your moms until the lawyers get everything ironed out.
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November 22nd, 2006, 10:23 PM
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Man, I'm in debt up to my eyeballs, on the virge of losing my house, my wife and I hate each other and are together only to help raise our disabled children, and she would never. Never! The part that bothers me here isn't that it's a fine guitar, but that it was a gift from your mother. That's just incomprehensible.
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November 22nd, 2006, 10:30 PM
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November 22nd, 2006, 10:30 PM
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November 23rd, 2006, 12:39 AM
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Tele-Afflicted
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Location: springfield, missouri
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if this is on the level, that's sad and wrong...my mother bought me a Les Paul 10 yrs. ago for my birthday; still have it....my wife bought me a paisley tele 17 yrs. ago for my birthday; still have it, also....i would imagine i would be in deep doo-doo with the wife SHOULD i sell either of those guitars...i have a hard time imagining a marriage where two people are NOT allowed their own "hobbies"....mine are guitars and switchblade knives...currently 29 guitars and hundreds of switchblades...my wife collects Furbies and other dolls and likes shoes....not a problem for either of us, nor should it be, as long as the bills don't suffer because of our "addictions".....sorry you are both going through this if this is on the level.....
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November 23rd, 2006, 12:40 AM
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Tele-Meister
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It's not a joke at all....we could always use the money...we are not completely broke..we can pay our bills....Our relationship like some of you said is on the rocks to begin with of course...we got it a huge fight and she told me to sell it along with my Taylor acoustic...I would never ask anyone to sell something because we need the money....I work 2 jobs...We do have kids....we are not getting divorced because of my guitar...but I'm not going to sell it....she's a photographer and I would never tell her to sell her camera's..she loves them and she knows how much I love my guitars...So my next relationship won't be for a while..and it will be someone who understands the meaning of a guitar..playing guitar is in the heart and sould and if i can't play guitar...then I"m miserable...I want the person who encourages music and we have kids too....I encourage my kids to play guitar and my telecaster will be my daughters someday.... I took all my stuff and put it into a small storage facility so she can't get to it....Plus it's a birthday present from my mom!!! I mean Come on!!!! Dang...
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November 23rd, 2006, 12:42 AM
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Tele-Meister
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so of course I"m keeping all my music..it's my hobby and my dreams...and no one will take those away from me....
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November 23rd, 2006, 01:06 AM
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Tele-Afflicted
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hang in there, my friend....sorry if i sounded "doubting" about your situation.........now, when it comes right down to it; just my opinion, mind you...when one partner starts telling the other "do this, or ELSE"...it's no longer a marriage.....it's master and slave; boss and underling; etc...
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November 23rd, 2006, 01:15 AM
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Tele-Meister
Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: Cedar Falls
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Tough break man. Even if she hated guitars, she should know better as it was a gift from your mother. Hope everything turns out the best for everyone involved, especially the kids.
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November 23rd, 2006, 01:21 AM
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Get some outside help! There are lots of smart and wise folks on the tdpri, but your situation begs for some professional counseling. This guitar thing is a symptom of much greater ills as you suggest. Many relationships go through tough times but with some help and some significant effort you can make it healthy... good luck my friend... I can't remember a thread that has disturbed me as much as this one does..... my thoughts are with you and your wife.. I hope you can work it out either way.
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November 23rd, 2006, 02:15 AM
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Tele-Holic
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^^ +1
getbent makes some sense. If you end up going your separate ways do it in as healthy a way as possible. Outside professional help may assist in saving the relationship or an amicable parting. Better for you and your kids(and your wife). Keep the music going. |
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November 23rd, 2006, 02:29 AM
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She's obviously not a clear thinking individual. |
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November 23rd, 2006, 02:37 AM
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Compromise in a way she'd 100% reject, like tell her to sell her a treasured (and expensive) camera, while you'd sell a guitar...(I don't know your wife, but there is the chance of backfiring) |
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November 23rd, 2006, 02:49 AM
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Surely a guitar's not worth getting divorced over--for either of you?
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November 23rd, 2006, 06:09 AM
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Tele-Holic
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This isn't about the guitar at all. It's about money. Or attention. Or misplaced anger. Or whatever.
I've only heard about this second hand (and intend to keep it that way) but divorce attorneys are more expensive than clean vintage teles. best Allen |
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November 23rd, 2006, 08:12 AM
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it's a control thing
That aint really about the guitar
There is something some women do (I think it's a control thing) to complain about their man's guitars - too many, you don't need another one, you are wasting money ect - but take a look in her closet and count the number of pairs of SHOES she has. Oh that's different 
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November 23rd, 2006, 08:32 AM
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Tele-Afflicted
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Why do so many woman, girlfriends and wives disslike guitars??
 I am not saying that all woman do, but quite many, from what I´ve heard. My girlfriend doesn´t have that much understanding for my guitars either. Is it because we sometimes pay more attention and express our love to the guitar than to them?! Obviesly we don´t, but the might feel that way. I have never heard of a guy being jelous of their woman´s camera, homegym, horse, cello, or whatever they might be into...
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November 23rd, 2006, 08:40 AM
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I feel for you. I have twice lost almost everything in breakups. One I feel lucky to have left with my life. I slept with an assault rifle and a 40 round magazine for months afterwards. I am still in the middle of this one. I left when I started worrying about getting a knife in my back while I slept. I think I only got one guitar that was at my dads. I sure hope you do not have my unhealthy attraction to "exciting" partners, starting over from scratch sucks. I got to say, try counseling, for the kids sake. Many work on a sliding scale if you do not have insurance that will cover it. If you still can not make it, get a commitment to go to a moderator first. It gets real expensive when the lawyers get involved. My wishes for the best outcome for you both and the kids
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November 23rd, 2006, 09:15 AM
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Get even with her... dump the TV.. tell her No Telecaster... No Dr. Phil and Oprah. . .
Ron Kirn
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November 23rd, 2006, 09:33 AM
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Tele-Holic
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Good luck, Brother. Happy Thanksgiving. BTW, I'd be willing to keep that guitar safe for you 'til this storm blows over 
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November 23rd, 2006, 09:33 AM
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http://www.gbase.com/Stores/Gear/Gea...x?Item=1566278
... this one 60 Telecaster is advertised for selling "... with documentation from the wife of the original owner ..."  There are also available pics of the original owner. Huuuhhhh. Sounds like Hitchcock. Is it your wife ? 
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November 23rd, 2006, 09:38 AM
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Yeah, I can still hear my EX (hell's worse bi*ch on a spree) saying:
"Well, you bought THAT Roland" whenever she wanted to throw "buying gear" in my face. When I sent her packing, it was a good day..........
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November 23rd, 2006, 09:58 AM
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Tele-Meister
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Man, I don't know the situation. I love my guitars. I love my music. But if it was to separate me from my family I'd first work like the dickens to straighten the situation out, and then if necessary have the biggest sell-off on the planet. Guitars can be replaced. Relationships, with your kids in particular, can't be fixed as easily. I know it's an oversimplification, and I suspect that it's not just the guitars that are the problem. But I highly recommend at least trying to work things out first. It doesn't always work out, but I'm thankful (today, in particular) that me and my Mrs. didn't follow through on where we were headed 14 years ago. Even if it didn't work out I don't think I could look myself in the mirror today if I hadn't at least tried. Not saying you're not. Just tossing it out for free.
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November 23rd, 2006, 10:28 AM
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Tele-Holic
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Location: Republik of Vermont
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Yikes!
this is giving me a headache on a Thanksgiving morning as I prepare some food for later on.
Sorry to hear of this mess. Surely no quick fix to this. Making me that much more thankful for the wife I have. Take care of yourself. |
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November 23rd, 2006, 10:48 AM
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Tele-Afflicted
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Location: S/E Pa.
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Yikes!
First off- sorry to hear about your dilemma. Being divorced myself I know that even in the "best" of situations it's a hard way to go and it leaves some wounds and scars. I'll add a +1 for some counseling- it'll help you through this and prepare you for your next relationship.
Does your wife hate guitars or is it a control thing? I have a good friend and co-worker I'll call Rick. He's been engaged to a woman now for about two years. Hes a guitar-a-holic like me (like us, right?) and she absolutely loathes it when he drags the axe out to play! He finally ended up selling it!! (A shell pink Japan Strat-beautiful looking and playing). Over a drink one night we determined that she doesn't like guitar because he's not doting on her when he's playing- totally a control/attention thing. I asked if he had the axe in his hands every waking minute? sleep with it between her and him? buy clothing for it?? Answer no to all the above. Now- guess what...HE'S STILL WITH HER!!! Miserable but still hanging on. I politely advised him that there is prolly a woman out there with her "attributes" AND who loves guitar and won't interfere with his lifelong relationship with the guitar. Best wishes my friend- Happy Thanksgiving- as much as possible.. Brian
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