I have a problem. A record problem. Every time I am near a Goodwill, thrift store, record store, etc I feel the itch to go crate digging. I can't help it. Seven or eight years ago I would have scoffed at buying a record. I sincerely felt they were more trouble then they were worth. I had this huge collection of audiophile recordings, but nothing on vinyl. David changed all of that for me with a copy of Sweetheart of the Rodeo and a Music Hall turntable. My ears and heart were opened and I haven't looked back.
This journey that started almost 6 years ago is exciting and ever changing. Sharing music and record collecting with David is a type of intimacy. There is a level of soul baring that occurs when you let someone see just how much a song means to you. Its beautiful to share something as personal as music with the most important person in your life. Audiophiles and music lovers, I strongly recommend letting your significant other into your world if you haven't already. They may not be interested, but at least make the invitation. It might buy you some much needed tolerance!!
It is important to point out that David may have sparked my interest in records, but I have learned, explored, and expanded my horizons plenty without his guidance. He sometimes says that he has created a monster (usually when I buy another turntable, receiver, or go record shopping on my lunch break). Its actually really funny to think back to when I would roll my eyes when he would show me the new records he just bought, especially when I am buying records on my way home from work. A major pet peeve: people assuming that I am into records only because of my fiance. He ignited my interest, but the rest is all me. You can lead a horse to water and all that...
I know there are other audiophile couples and audiophile ladies out there and I want to hear from you. Like the Facebook page, comment on the blog, email me at asoundwoman@gmail.com. I look forward to hearing from you.
