Playing Guitar: More Than a Hobby

When I met my husband I was nineteen years old, and he had been playing guitar for a long time before I met him. He was already very good, and this was something that he loved to do. He loved it so much that it became a part of who he is and how he lives his life. There is something magical that happens when he plays and I don’t know what I would do if that part of him were to go away. There are many that think being with a musician is something that would be fun, but it’s a lifestyle that many are simply not ready for.

I am not saying that I am a special breed, but I am a very understanding woman. Playing guitar is something that my husband will do when he can, and it often means that I have to plan my life around when he has shows, must practice, or when he can get into the recording studio. Some think being with someone who spends a lot of time playing guitar in a band is glamorous, but they have no idea what it is really like. Your life will never be normal in many ways. I have always wanted an unconventional life, so it works well for me, even though there are moments of frustration that I have to deal with.

Those playing guitar must spend a lot of time away on weekends. That makes planning anything special for weekends very hard to do. Practice is often on weekdays, so you will end up spending a lot of time missing your husband (or your wife). Musicians are usually very dedicated. Those that aren’t usually quit in their twenties. Those that go past that age and are still doing all they can to still play guitar are the ones that will do it for the rest of their lives. If you are not prepared to deal with these sorts of problems for the rest of your life, this might not be something you want to start.

It is very easy for me to understand why playing guitar means so much to my husband, and that is probably because we met so young and it is the only life I have known. Those that meet someone who plays guitar much later in life may not be able to adjust to the lifestyle. There is so much more to this type of life, and it is not suited for everyone. You can compare it to someone who goes on endless hunting trips, or must travel for work. Life will not be about coming home at five after work and being home all weekend. Think hard before getting in too far, and remember that there is something special about men who love playing guitar, but a life with them may not be what you want.

Summary

Playing guitar is a hobby shared by many people. Not everyone will become rich and famous from learning and playing, but for those who truly love the guitar, there is no other instrument. Professional musicians often perform for others, and can have a very hectic time balancing family and work responsibilities.

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