The house was purchased in 1970 in dire need of restoration. Richard Harris purchased it and restored it based on the original architectural documents. That's where the $275k upcharge came from. I bought a historic home once and attempted to restore it. Worse than a boat - a hole in the floor to pour money into. JP was wise to sit back and wait for some other poor schmuck to sink his cash into a major project like that.

Great photo Strider. Love the Goblin shirt!

It is difficult to separate the art from the artist. In the same way a person that is really into cars, wants to know all the nuances of the engine, people are interested in the artists inner workings and motivations. Years ago I read "The Secret Life of Salvador Dali". It was fascinating to go to the museum and see the influence of childhood experiences, his relationship with his father, or most importantly, his relationship with Gala in the art. Mr. Page has chosen to be vague about his personal life. That is his right. I'm sure his children appreciate that. Not so sure about the women in his life. I can't imagine my husband not wearing a wedding band. I'd be devastated if I ever heard my significant other, married or not, say he was single but still has friends. Ironically,the more secretive he is, the more people crave to know more.

This is one of my favorite albums as well. Heart in Your Hand is my favorite cut. It has the same haunting sorrow as Tangerine. The bluesy feel to this album was so different than the LZ days. The LZ blues were all youthful macho angst, anxiety and libido. Walking into Clarksdale was real blues by grown men that had experienced real loss and disappointment. Those songs reflected a person making some very painful assessments of one's life. At least that's my take on it.

The judge knows this case is going to get lots of publicity. Lots of media outlets sending journalists for stories. There was no way PA was going to give up all that free marketing to LA.

Happy Birthday Deborah! Hope you enjoyed your hike.

Hi Deborah, just tried to send you an IM. Your mailbox is full. Only one month till New York!