Fortunately, this time, "little" is the important word. Small, but painful.
I was opening a tin of dog food, whilst pulling the ring-pull back somehow the sharp edge of the lid dug into my left-hand (fretting hand) pinkie. As I looked at it, a drop of blood welled up followed by quite a lot more.....stood and stared and thought, "Oh no, not a-*******-gain!
Fortunately, it wasn't deep - managed to stop the bleeding and get a sticky plaster (band-aid) on. It was throbbing like a heavy-metal bass-line - first thought was, "that'll mean no guitar for a few days!"
However, after the initial stinging wore off (after a couple of plasters had soaked through!) it seems the damage wasn't as severe....I managed to get a small thin plaster on, and in a strange way this may have been a blessing in disguise - I found I had to play "proper" barre chords as opposed to having my thumb over the neck most of the time, and I had to be very careful with my little finger placement, especially on E-shaped barres. I've only manage to catch it - and hit the roof - about half-a-dozen times!
Oh well - it seems to be healing nicely. Just took the plaster off to let some air to my finger before I get in bed - it's a little u-shaped cut not much more than 1/4 of an inch long - but what an inconvenient place!
Could have been worse - at least there's nothing broken or needed stitching this time!
:D :D :D
Vic
"Sometimes the beauty of music can help us all find strength to deal with all the curves life can throw us." (D. Hodge.)
:shock: :shock:
Ouch! I don't think that healing is something that you need any more Practice at Vic. :wink: But I imagine that at least your tetanus shots would be up to date.
If you form a band, may I suggest a name
Bleeding Edge.
8)
Heal quick.
Cheers,
Chris
Do try to be more careful, Vic!
"A cheerful heart is good medicine."
Do try to be more careful, Vic! :roll: :wink:
#4491....
Might I suggest dry dogfood in a large paper bag from now on ? Just kidding , but please try to be more careful in the future . Although there have been many great guitarists with less than the full complement of fingers , it is easier with all parts attached and functioning . Rock on !
If I claim to be a wise man , it surely means that I don't know .
Vic, do yourself a favor.
Stop by a wood carvers' supply shop and pick up a new set of gloves for household chores.
Something like these:
Chain mail should be able to keep your hands free from the sort of damage that you seem to attract. :wink:
I wrapped a newspaper ’round my head
So I looked like I was deep
Well I'm glad its just a small injury, it'll get better soon. Until then just stay away from those really tricky chords that need a pinky to fret.
Could have been worse - at least there's nothing broken or needed stitching this time!
Yes, I agree, but be careful! :)
I'd write something clever about your injury habits and coordination, but I'm hardly one to talk. :D
Hope it heals quick!
Roy
"I wonder if a composer ever intentionally composed a piece that was physically impossible to play and stuck it away to be found years later after his death, knowing it would forever drive perfectionist musicians crazy." - George Carlin
Vic, do yourself a favor.
Stop by a wood carvers' supply shop and pick up a new set of gloves for household chores.
Something like these:
Chain mail should be able to keep your hands free from the sort of damage that you seem to attract. :wink:
I think that a suit of chain mail would be even better :lol:
It's very strange how it suddenly doesn't hurt ONE LITTLE BIT since I bought the new Tele this afternoon........
:D :D :D :D :D
Vic
"Sometimes the beauty of music can help us all find strength to deal with all the curves life can throw us." (D. Hodge.)
Sounds like a good cure to me :D
Strewth mate ,
I saw the post and thought what the old bugger done now !!:)
Well its good nothing serious happened and you can still play , :lol:
Please be more careful
Trev 8)
Here is to you as good as you are
And here is to me as bad as I am
As good as you are and as bad as I am
I'm as good as you are as bad as I am
It's very strange how it suddenly doesn't hurt ONE LITTLE BIT since I bought the new Tele this afternoon........
:D :D :D :D :D
Vic
LMAO...good one!!!!
Bish
"I play live as playing dead is harder than it sounds!"
It's very strange how it suddenly doesn't hurt ONE LITTLE BIT since I bought the new Tele this afternoon........
:D :D :D :D :D
Vic
It's a miracle!! :D Conrgats on the new guitar, and please stay away from sharp objects! :wink:
Dan
"The only way I know that guarantees no mistakes is not to play and that's simply not an option". David Hodge
