Hello all. My guitar player, Vince, got married on Saturday May 10th, 2008. His wife supports him in his music and understands how important it is for him to play. I wish them 70+ years of marital bliss. This is a great occassion.

And, it got me to thinking about all the musicians I've met who had to leave their spouse because he/she didn't approve or they just stopped playing to keep the peace. Boy, that's gotta be tough. I just started playing 10 years ago. Can't imagine someone forcing me to quit. Maybe that's why I'm single. Ha!

Anyhow, how do you handle the ultimatum thing when it comes to your music or other life passion? What are some of your horror stories? How were they resolved? What about your great stories? How did you manage to stay and play?