MS V - a week later

[michaelw]

even though it's the week after,
we just wanted to say THANKS!!!
to everyone that came and truly made this event what it was

thanks for taking for blocking out the time
and doing whatever it took to get over to monroe
(whether it be by flight or road trip)

thanks to those that participated in open mic,
the workshops, and the jam sessions
(pre-MS V wienie roast I was very cool)

thanks for the help (special thanks to lauren, rick, mary helen)
and to everyone for pitching in to break it down
(john, thanks for bringing the PAS so jim could take a little breather)

i know marion, skip, jason, and jim don't get on here much
(i'm not around much either)
but i'm sure that they share the same sentiments that
y'all make it worthwhile to do this event year after year
and what they put into it comes back to them many times over

rascal flatts has a good point -

"you're heart and the soul and the reason we do what we do..."

so "HERE'S TO YOU!!!"

only 358 days until MS VI

10.21-06

hope to c-ya then... if not sooner :)

[Bobalouie3]

Michael,

This was my first MonroeStock event and I had a blast, definitely worth the flight and the drive to Monroe! You guys did a great job taking care of us, thanks for all the behind-the-scenes work! MonroeStock VI, here we come!

[tbondo]

MikeW,

Many of us who traveled for MS 5 can not get over being thanked by you and the rest of the Holloway bunch....when you did all the work and graciously hosted us.....to say that we appreciate and utterly enjoy coming to Monroe every year is classic understatement

OBTW, for those who might be interested

MonroeStock
Capo II

E (F#)
When the summer is over
F#m (G#M)
The days turn to cool
A (B)
The leaves changing colors
E (F#)
the Kids back in school

Notes A, A#, Chord B (C#)
The migration’s calling
G#m (A#m)
Begins for the flock
A (B)
Of the birds that are headed
E (F#)
For the next MonroeStock

Chorus
E (F#)
C’mon down, Virginia
F#m (G#m)
You know you want to go
B (C#)
And meet all your friends
E (F#)
Down there in Monroe

E(F#)
The locals are friendly
A (B)
The atmosphere is fine
A7 (slide to B7 slide to A7)
And Captain Bill promised
E (F#)
To be nicer this time

Verse 2

Colonel Crider is awoken
From his summer malaise
By AGF threads, not
The leaves or the breeze

While Marion rejoins
“Let’s do better this year”
And Captain Capo is summoned
For Celtic rhythm and gear

Chorus
E (F#)
C’mon over, Carolina
F#m (G#m)
You know you want to go
B (C#)
And meet your guitar pals
E (F#)
Over there in Monroe

E(F#)
The Holloways are friendly
A (B)
The locals are fine
A7 (slide to B7 slide to A7)
And Captain Bill didn’t
E (F#)
Even show up this time

Verse 3
(instrumental – 1st stanza)

We all gather, friendly
And enjoy, one and all
The meeting called Monroestock
The most fun of the Fall (repeat 1X)

Chorus
E (F#)
C’mon down, Jennifer
F#m (G#m)
You know you want to go
B (C#)
And hang with your guitar buds
E (F#)
Right here in Monroe

E(F#)
The locals are friendly
A (B)
Lauren Coggins is fine
A7 (slide to B7 slide to A7)
And Captain Bill said
E (F#)
You’d play guitar this time
A7 (slide to B7 slide to A7)
Even Bobalouie said
E (F#)
You’d play guitar this time

[JedimasterPaul]

MIchaelW - it is we who should be thanking you and the rest of the Holloway's gang, and Rick Crider, for making the efforts to put this event on. This year was my first MS, and I had a great time.

I am really going to try and make it next year!

[squintbro]

This was my third year, and every year seems better then the last. Holloway’s has been simply wonderful stepping up to the plate and funding this event. I made a trip up there yesterday and purchased a mahogany Baby Taylor. The entire staff of the store are always friendly, and ready to help out however they can. We need to remember to support them with our guitar and accessories purchases to show our appreciation of what they do for us.
I’m looking forward to next year!

PS. Also don’t want to forget to thank Rick for his time and efforts he put forth organizing this every year.

[cocobolo_guy]

I had a great time as well, Hats off to Crider, Marion & staff, Featured artists, All open mikers, in general mischief, everyone who attended and THE FUN HAD BY ALL!, Until next time folks!

[lcogginz]

I gotta add that it's been tough being back at work after such a fun weekend. Blegh! I've wasted what little time I can, where I can waste it, but mostly it's more work than ever. Total bummer, dude.

Is it next year yet? lol

[Joe F]

Michael,

I just want to again thank YOU and your Holloway's family for the best Saturday of the year. Also thanks again for the use of your guitar in open mic. Everyone that I've emailed the pictures to that Lauren took has complimented me on what a beautiful Taylor I have. LOL! :D