Willie Nelson

For those of you who don't know, I am a huge Willie Nelson fan. My father used to play and sing his songs to me when I was very little (my favorite was - and still is - Always on My Mind).

I just found out that he has been dealing with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, a common musician's ailment. He recently had surgery for it, and had to cancel a bunch of tour dates. Watching him on the "Willie Nelson & Friends" Memorial Day show on USA, I can tell he was in some pain, as he didn't play as much as he normally would. This was recorded in early May.

A musician myself, I can't imagine how it must feel not to be able to play. Get well soon, Willie. Trigger'll be waiting for you.