> > Willie Nelson got busted recently for Marijuana. It's not the first time. His comment was, "It's a good thing I had a bag of Marijuana instead of a bag of spinach or I'd be dead by now."
> >
> > You have to admire Willie. He seems to say, "This is the way I am. Take me or leave me." There are a few other performers like that. They have their quirks or flaws, but don't try to cover them up. There is a certain honesty in that.
> >
> > Speaking of Willie, I think I hear him singing . . . Yes, it's almost time for me to get on the road again.
> > Howard
>
> My ex-gf's (from almost 4 years ago) father was actually close personal friends with Willie Nelson. He could go to a concert, send a note backstage and get invited back there. He had/has a guitar that is a replica of Trigger, signed by Nelson and the band.
>
> Just thought I'd share. Personally, I cant' stand Willie Nelson.
>
> -Rifty

I can listen to Willie, but usually nasal singers don't appeal to me. He and I are the same age, but I don't see that as the reason for the appeal.
Howard