I'm in New Zealand again.
My partner Joy is not having a good time so we knew we had to get here for some rest and recuperation.
It's sunny and warm and I'm on the deck as I type this.
As you know there has been a slowdown in the number of giveaway videos I've made lately but I'm sure I am forgiven by those of you who know what my circumstances are at the moment.
Joy is really not well. I have had to give a lot of time and attention to her as I'm sure you'll understand. Cancer seems to be touching the lives of everyone at the moment and I want to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has emailed and called.
The website will continue to grow, albeit at a slower rate for the time being.
I am working on some 'more advanced ' pieces for those of you who have waited patiently while Jerry and I have built a foundation of beginners material.
We had to concentrate on this area as it is the bread and butter that provides an income and allows us to put out more of the niche material. We haven't forgotton the more advanced players......just please be patient a little longer.
It's a bit of an open secret that Jerry and I have been working on a Solo Guitar Instruction Set and that will be ready for you to take a look at as soon as I get back home to UK.
You may remember Karl who is mentioned in another post on the blog here?
I called at his home in KatiKati yesterday to touch base with him. Unfortunately he was away until later this week when hopefully we'll meet up again so that I can let you know what he's been up to.
Not much more to tell you until I get home in a couple of weeks. If you've emailed recently and think I/we are ignoring you then please accept my apologies. Our trip out here was a real last minute decision. I had to call Nick (my son) and say...it's all yours for a few weeks.
I am back on the case now but if I've missed you then please either email again or go to the support site:
http://mikeherberts.helpserve.com/
Click on 'Submit a ticket' and let me know what I can help you with.
Did I tell you?
It's great to have you as a subscriber.
Mike
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Finally some TIME
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Tony
on Sun 11 Apr 2010 01:32 AM BST | Permanent Link
Mike and Joy, enjoy your time away. We can all wait as there are more important things to tend to, as in each other. I few years back I almost lost my Katy so we know what you're going through and our prayers are with you. Even though it feels like it, know that you are not alone during these tough times. You really are in our night dinner table prayers and in our hearts. Thank you for all you've given to us with the axe and your hearts.
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Dave
on Sun 11 Apr 2010 02:04 AM BST | Permanent Link
Hi Mike
My heart goes out to you and Joy. I am glad you are spending time together and I know you won't forget about us! I wish you would for the next while and just devote you heart and soul to Joy. Life is so precious and so precarious. Enjoy her and love her with all you have Mike... Thinking of you and her Dave Re: Finally some TIME
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Anonymous
on Sun 11 Apr 2010 02:13 AM BST | Permanent Link
Mike
Glad to hear your partner is doing better. I know about cancer my wife has had lung cancer and it was a terrible time but she is doing better now.I reaslly like your style of teaching and hope to continue getting your stuff.i was wondering if you could send me the rest of hotel california I have got the picking down the rest should be easy. Re: Finally some TIME
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Anonymous
on Sun 11 Apr 2010 02:26 AM BST | Permanent Link
We're here Mike, where you need us to be. We are also here for you, as and when you need.
I don't mind paying back some of the support you have shown me anyway. I'm sure your other customers feel the same. P.S. Way to go Nick! Just go global before Mike gets back :>) Best regards. Eddie Brady Re: Finally some TIME
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Dennis H.
on Sun 11 Apr 2010 03:16 AM BST | Permanent Link
Hi Mike,
I am new to "chatting" with you. Thanks for the wonderful lessons. I am learning and sounding almost pretty fair.LOL. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and Joy. 2 years ago I lost both parents (3 months apart). I live on the other end of the country where they were and never really got a chance to say good bye to either of them. Spend as much time as you can with each other. You can never get precious time back. I know. Re: Wish you well
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Ray Matwick
on Sun 11 Apr 2010 03:27 AM BST | Permanent Link
Hi Mike ,
Best wishes to you, and your partner I hope everything turns out for you both Ray Matwick Re: Finally some TIME
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Rick Schuyl
on Sun 11 Apr 2010 03:56 AM BST | Permanent Link
Hey there Mike,
If you're going to be in Nelson (in NZ) let me know and we'll look after you!! Re: Finally some TIME
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Judy
on Sun 11 Apr 2010 08:18 AM BST | Permanent Link
Hi Mike, sorry to hear about Joy. I can only wish you both all the best for the future, whatever that may be. Enjoy the time down here in NZ, and jut take as much time to be with each other. - Judy
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David Wilcox
on Sun 11 Apr 2010 08:30 AM BST | Permanent Link
Hi mike, I am sorry to hear that Joy is having a bad time, as someone living with cancer I know what the problems can be like. I hope that her problems are due to side effects from successful chemotherapy and this will be behind her soon. Don't worry about us old would be guitar players I am sure you have already provided enough for us to be getting on with. Enjoy your holiday and return to the good work when, and only when you have you and Joy have had a chance to recuperate....David Wilcox.
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Anonymous
on Sun 11 Apr 2010 10:50 AM BST | Permanent Link
Hi Mike Sorry things aren't going as well as hoped. Take all the time Joy and yourself need. We will wait (those of us young enough).
All the best to both Mick Fowler - Kendal Re: Finally some TIME
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Anonymous
on Sun 11 Apr 2010 02:10 PM BST | Permanent Link
Wish the two of you the best. Been there and done that. Live each day to the fullest!
Don Giboney Re: Finally some TIME
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Anonymous
on Sun 11 Apr 2010 02:23 PM BST | Permanent Link
Best of luck to you both in thesedifficult times.George
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Mark Brown
on Sun 11 Apr 2010 04:08 PM BST | Permanent Link
Mike, I will keep the two of you in prayer. I have followed her ups and downs as you have posted them for a very long time now. You are her strength in her struggles. I am reminded of many things on this Sunday after Easter, the most important occassion in the history of man. My best friend was recently diagnosed with stage 4 prostate cancer that was of the fast growing variety. He was scheduled for surgery and on the day of the surgery the doctor cancelled the surgery telling my friend that the cancer had spread into his bones and was, at that point incurable. Deveesating news for he and his wife. Some additional tests and x-rays were ordered, the spots appeared to be non-cancerous and surgery was once again scheduled. After 10 hours in the operating room the doctors felt they were successful in removing all the cancer. That was during the first week of February. He is up and about and pretty much cancer free. Mike, I truly beleive this to have been done with the help of prayer. I pray for healing from this cancer. In Jesus name, amen. By the way I really appreciate your teaching videos.
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Anonymous
on Sun 11 Apr 2010 08:44 PM BST | Permanent Link
sorry your having a bad time at mo, we know how tough it can be, so our thoughts are with you. thanx for all the good you are doing for us out here, cheers again mike, take care, hope all goes well for you both.
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Rene
on Sun 11 Apr 2010 09:05 PM BST | Permanent Link
Take all the time you need, Mike. There's no need for any explanation or any apology from your part. Sad to say, life's based on death and death on life. The circle and the chain.
Hang on, man, just hang on, you'll need all the strenght you can come up with. Hang on, and don't bother with us, we'll wait. Have I told you lately ? You're the F...best guitar teacher I've ever seen !! Hang on. Re: Finally some TIME
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Anonymous
on Sun 11 Apr 2010 09:36 PM BST | Permanent Link
Family is always foremost, everything else can wait, enjoy your recuperation, we can wait as long as is needed
Peter from Germany Re: Finally some TIME
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Anonymous
on Sun 11 Apr 2010 09:43 PM BST | Permanent Link
I want to ask GOD above to Bless JOY and Mike. Please GOD Give them Many more years of Happyness.
Gene Re: Finally some TIME
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Anonymous
on Sun 11 Apr 2010 10:02 PM BST | Permanent Link
Good Morning Mike,
I don't want to impose, but if you are passing through Auckland I would like to shake your hand and say hello, you have been such an inspiration to me and have helped me to make some real progress since I found your site a couple of years ago. My telephone number is 09 4443965 (w) and 09 4138466 (H). Hope your wife is coping. Kind regards Burger Re: Finally some TIME
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Anonymous
on Sun 11 Apr 2010 11:18 PM BST | Permanent Link
I've subscribed to you for a long time and just wanted to say thank you for all the fine work you've put into this page. :)
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Anonymous
on Mon 12 Apr 2010 07:36 PM BST | Permanent Link
I hope joy gets better ! You are doing an awesome work ! Looking forwatd for new material when you get the time for it ! /david_i_jonsson
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Anonymous
on Tue 13 Apr 2010 07:51 AM BST | Permanent Link
Hi,Mike i hope and pray that she recover,miracles happen.You take all the time you need and i will wait for you,thanks for all you have done could not ask for more,you are blessed
Regards Juan Re: Finally some TIME
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gary
on Wed 14 Apr 2010 12:33 AM BST | Permanent Link
Mike the lessons are great, and you're work is important, but the work you're doing wight now surpasses that. take care of Joy and yourself we can wait. First things first.
Gary Re: Finally some TIME
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Anonymous
on Thu 02 Sep 2010 05:51 PM BST | Permanent Link
Hi Mike,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss - words won't come and can't possibly help... Thank you for still taking the time to think of your subscribers, and hang in there. I'm sure the music will become even more important to you. Peace, Tony |
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