• From: Adelaide, South Australia
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Topic: Great News from Cindyron!

A fellow fan of Joe's Ron Connatser (y'all know him as Cindyron) has shown me one of the greatest acts of generosity I've ever seen.

Ron is sending me something from the USA, here is the message he sent me.

Hi Stefan
Well I decided I can't leave you hanging for I don't know how long so here is what is going down.
I have been searching for a young individual in their teens that possess the passion and understand what the blues is all about. This person must be humble, focused and always willing to give back. Also this individual is forging ahead and will help Joe and I keep the blues alive. For me to understand the blues one needs to be born with this untanglable something inside to really understand what the blues is all about. This person must have a big heart and willing to put others first and as their career grows to always be humble and look for opportunities to give back. I have been looking for sometime then I ran across you, watched your Youtube video's, your passion in your playing the possibilities you possess and your contributions to the fight against cancer.
So I have been working with Joe and I tried to have it shipped to his hotel in Adeliade before the show for him to give it to you but because of customs we just could not make it happen.
So somehow, worse case Joe will bring it next time he is down under, I will get this to you.
So with all that said:
I am very fortunate to own several of Joe's Gibson custom shop LP and I have been looking for the right young guitarist that possess all the qualities stated above and that is you.
So I have a JB Goldtop sister s/n 164 that's new home will be in Adelade Australia owned by you. When you receive her play her often or she will get lonely. Your parents should be very proud of you.
I wish you the best I will keep you posted.
Well the cat's out of the bag not sure if that makes it easier on you.
Cheers Ron

I am so grateful!! Thank you so much Ron!

What a great guy and a beautiful soul!

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Re: Great News from Cindyron!

I'll say again on here as well as FB - CONGRATS Stefan...  I know you will make that guitar sing.  Enjoy it...

Great gesture by Ron.  Very very generous, and tips the karma scale waaay into the positive zone...


PS: What will you do to the Epi now? Frame it? big_smile

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  • From: Adelaide, South Australia
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Re: Great News from Cindyron!

Devan wrote:

I'll say again on here as well as FB - CONGRATS Stefan...  I know you will make that guitar sing.  Enjoy it...

Great gesture by Ron.  Very very generous, and tips the karma scale waaay into the positive zone...


PS: What will you do to the Epi now? Frame it? big_smile

thanks Devan! It's overwhelming!!

The Epi will be there for alternate tuning a or as a capo guitar! The Epi is a good guitar!

All the best,
Stefan!

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Re: Great News from Cindyron!

Wow, what an amazing act of generousity. Play it well Stefan, you lucky bugger. smile Ron, you are a legend.

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That is a great story.  Way to go Ron!

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Re: Great News from Cindyron!

This is beyond cool!

Made my day to hear this. I'm genuinely happy for you Stefan, and Ron is the type of person I wish we had more of in this world. Truly awesome bud!

  • From: East Lancashire, UK
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Re: Great News from Cindyron!

Likewise, I remember Ron talking about this a good while back. from listening to your stuff I am sure you area worthy recipient and with the added extra that you will play it to death. I am chuffed for you (stoked if I'm right in Aus). big_smile big_smile big_smile

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helrazr84 wrote:

This is beyond cool!

Made my day to hear this. I'm genuinely happy for you Stefan, and Ron is the type of person I wish we had more of in this world. Truly awesome bud!

It must be about due for you to add a few more recordings of the band. I look forward to more, any chance? cool

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Peter is saying "stoked" in his best Aussie accent.. wink

Band is on hiatus at moment but finishing up an old recording from 2 years ago which I'll add to YouTube here very shortly. Bands...the purest form of what is commonly known as a dysfunctional marriage!

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Re: Great News from Cindyron!

An amazingly kind gesture for a well deserving player.  Well Done Ron.  Play her well Stefan.

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It is something like this that makes what we have here awesome.  This community is amazing.  People do care for each other and the generosity is beyond belief.  Why can't the rest of the world act like this.....

Cheers to you Ron for a wonderful gesture...It has touched my soul deeply....

Congrats to you Stefan...this is truly a honor to you and what you bring to the table of not only this community but to life in general.  Treasure her...she will take you a long way through a magical journey.  Hope to see you on tour with Joe in the states some day!!!

Barry

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Re: Great News from Cindyron!

One more reason why this forum is so special. Ron, a big tip of the cap to you. Your selection of Stefan is perfectly appropriate. I'm sure your gift of Joe's child will be an inspiration to Stefan and we'll be hearing some brilliant music in the future.
Dang, all warm and fuzzy again. I love it! cool
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Re: Great News from Cindyron!

WOW, WOW, WOW!!!!! Way to go Ron, talk about a more than generous gesture. So very cool of you and Stefan I am so thrilled for you as well. Just all around very cool thing to read this morning.... gave me chills! CHEERS!

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Re: Great News from Cindyron!

It's just crazy that this is happening!! I really am so STOKED and thankful too, Ron is a gem. What a beautiful human being,

The world needs more Ron's!

All the best,

Stefan.

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  • From: Danville, IL
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Re: Great News from Cindyron!

Ron - a class act, sir - and the true star of this thread!

Stefan - Never forget that "pay it forward" part - your line above about "The world needs more Ron's!" is true - now it's up to you to be one.

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  • From: Adelaide, South Australia
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kestrou wrote:

Ron - a class act, sir - and the true star of this thread!

Stefan - Never forget that "pay it forward" part - your line above about "The world needs more Ron's!" is true - now it's up to you to be one.

kestrou

Hit the nail on the head!! I'm doing my best to be a Ron! smile

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Reading this post just brought tears to my eyes.

Ron, you are beyond generous.  My son is a guitarist and I know how much he loves his guitars and parting with one would be a hard thing to do.  I know Joe and his music helped you according to  your posts.  Now you are paying it forward by sharing with Stefan.  Humbled by your kind gesture.  I know you will be blessed for sharing.

Stefan, Wow again.  I know this guitar will help your budding career.  So amped to hear more music from you my fine friend.   Woooooooo HOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

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Stefan, how totally wonderful for you! 

I have also been a recipient of some of Ron's graciousness.  Never got a JB guitar!  but he is a true gem.  Ron, this is way over the top and you are to be commended to the max. 

Yes, I too have quickly come to learn that Forum mates are the best supportive family ever.

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