Ron Masters

Some dream of rare Fender, Gibson or Martin guitars. For me, it's always been a Zion. But the adventure of finding and owning a Zion would take me nearly two decades... and then, just as I was ready to buy...

Seven years ago I made a visit to my childhood Florida home: Patrick Air Force Base's South Housing. Most all is gone now; developers have changed the landscape forever. Music: Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Used by permission.

Previously published on my "infamous" GuitarRon website. A relaxed interview between friend, Brian Jarrett, and Gordon Kennedy.

See the spooky shell of a house sitting along Rockledge Drive. Whether unfinished or damaged, I cannot tell. For years it has sat abandoned, the site now up for sale.

Scary storm pictures from a very intense Florida thunderstorm.

Dana Key's death came as quite a shock to me this week, and since then, an unusual song of his has been repeating inside my head... a message to a grieving Eric Clapton.

In 1997, Dana Key answered a plethora of questions via interviewer, Brian Jarrett. Dana's responses to my questions have always delighted me. And now that he's gone... You will be missed, Dana.

Previously published on my "infamous" GuitarRon website. The transcription of a phone interview between friend, Brian Jarrett, and Dann Huff.

Panera Bread, in Palm Bay, Florida, is set to open on June 16, 2010. A worker who was present while I snapped pictures said, "It is beautiful inside. Unlike any of the other Panera's!"
Talk about building up the excitement.
Can't wait! :)

Have you ever been put in a situation where you wondered whether to rehearse a prayer? Such was my situation at my son's high school graduation. Little did I know that God had a surprise in store...

On a Sunday last April, I ventured down the streets of Leesburg, Florida, capturing the small town atmosphere with my camera. So, come on. Take a stroll with me. :)

Take a visual tour of Kellie Adkins' amazing new Jeweled Lotus Yoga Studio located at 100 South 3rd Street, Leesburg, Florida (352) 874-3272. Yoga therapy, Ayurvedic assessments, & health coaching by appointment. Learn more at www.JeweledLotusYoga.com

Enjoy the beauty of a rare, 80's vintage Zion PowerGlide Guitar. Click this link to read The Story of This Guitar

On January 31, 1945, the Wilhelm Gustloff carrying an astounding 4,000 children and 6,000 German refugees, naval personnel and wounded soldiers was sent to the bottom of the Baltic Sea. Only 600 survived.

Brevard County's Space Coast was in the spot light with world class sandsculptors creating all kinds of amazing sculptures. The event ran from April 2nd through May 1st, 2010. www.TheArtofSandUS.com

Would the rude interruption of an unexpected ski boat ruin this wedding? The answer may surprise you.

Interior and exterior shots of the beautiful Estate House at Cypress Grove. A perfect place for the perfect wedding. This location also appears in my The Uninvited Wedding Guest -- A Ski Boat story.

On Thursday, April 22nd, the much anticipated Moe's Southwestern Grill was officially opened to the public. This Moe's sports some new enjoyable treats: salsa and ice cream.

Between 1971 and 1994, Walt Disney World in Florida ran a most unique attraction. Park visitors could climb aboard a scary looking metal submarine and 'dive' to the depths of an eleven and a half million gallon lagoon. What happened to the submarines?

Cold Fusion Iced Cream is not only a delicious treat, it's almost like getting chilly, science show at no extra charge! Watch the video and see why. Located at 205 Palm Bay Road NE, Hammock Landing, Palm Bay, Florida. They feature Premium Ice Cream, Low Fat, No Fat/No Sugar, Custard, Yogurt, Soy, Shakes, Sundaes and Splits. When you stop by, tell 'em Ron sent you! :) You can also read my article on Cold Fusion Iced Cream by Clicking Here.

An amazing spot to watch sunsets! Riverside Park in Indialantic, Florida features a large, relaxing swing. The park is on Riverside Cove Place between Eastminster Presbyterian Church and the Indian River. Google Maps.

It doesn't take long after you walk through the front doors of Cold Fusion to notice the numerous large metallic canisters sitting off to the left. One thing's for sure... This isn't your average ice cream shop.

Interior construction pictures of Moe's Southwestern Grill at Hammock Landing in Palm Bay, Florida. Read more.

Finding a 103-yr old Cook Book brings some fun and hilarious moments.

Have you ever just given a day to God? Allowed Him to work through you as He pleased? I did that on Friday, November 3, 2006 while visiting my daughter's college town of Newberry, SC.

Ever loved a dog or pet? Did they help or enhance your relationship with God? Mine sure did.

I think it was watching the Hooters girls being treated like animals, and feeling my insides twisting into spasms of outrage, that first woke me up to the notion that this wasn't going to be just any other television show.

On an ordinary day, an unlikely, surprising, and heart breaking encounter... a person who reminded me of a modern day woman at the well.

What's the best way to protect or remove viruses and spyware from your Windows computer? For free? Read on.

Hammock Landing's will soon feature three new food venues. Two are under construction, while the other is expected to open in early April 2010.

Photos from Hammock Landing located at 205 Palm Bay Road NE, Palm Bay, FL. Panera Bread and Burger King are currently under construction. Moe's Southwestern Grill will open first! To learn more, Click Here

Are you a computer wallpaper lover? Do you love an awesome, breathtaking background? Learn about a website chock full of incredible photos and images to dress up that drab screen!

Dislocated shoulders, broken toes, possible unconsciousness ... the latest Survivor injury list continues to grow. And the show just started!

Recorded live before a high school teenage audience (7th thru 12th grade) on January 28th, 2010. Listen as Ron describes ways in which God has helped and assisted him in his occasional loneliness. (37 mins) There is also a shorter version of this talk recorded on the previous day (Day 1). Click Here or visit my main profile page for more information.

Loneliness was recorded at Covenant Christian School for their annual Christian Growth Week. High School students during this time are allowed to choose between different subjects. My talk on loneliness, and how God has helped me through these times, was attended by around 50 students. (Total Running Time: 25 mins)

How many of us have faced a terrifying, painful ordeal and then return again to the scene where all that tragedy unfolded? Such was the case for 13-yr-old Hawaiian native, Bethany Hamilton.

Watch this How to video as I use rope (yes, rope) to illustrate the best guitar string tying technique I've ever found. After trimming the guitar string to length, try tying the string using this method. In all my years of playing guitar, this knot tying technique has never failed me. The Story of The Guitar playing in the background

Five years ago an incident occurred that shook me to the core... making me question everything about my life, about prayer, about my interaction with others. And God used a teenager to drive home His message.

Will we ever be able to watch all the Narnia movies without a bathroom break? Will we one day develop gallon-sized bladders? After saying the "B" word at a Christian school chapel - will they ever ask me back? Oh, the questions, the questions...

One of the most recognizable riffs around, the intro to Kansas' "Carry on Wayward Son" from the album, Leftoverture. Recorded with a Zion PowerGlide, bridge pickup through a Crate GFX-15 practice amp. You've played it on Rock Band, now try it on a real guitar!

The Story of This Guitar

Click Here for an article on this song's composer, Kerry Livgren.

Kerry Livgren, original member of the rock group, Kansas, is recovering at his home in Kansas. Memory and motor skills are returning at an encouraging rate. And what I really liked hearing: God is encouraging him

Know what a busted windshield, scratched roof, and impatient teenager all have in common? An open letter to a train crash victim in the making.

Ever prayed for someone via a Text Message? I use cell phone texting to minister to others whenever I sense God's leading. Even on this particular occasion... at 5 in the morning.

Filmmaker, Justin Robinson, is turning out some amazing short films. Have you seen any of them?

I learned much from watching a pastor friend devote his attention to five young children who just lost their Daddy.

Exterior shots of Heritage High School located at 2351 Malabar Road NW, Palm Bay, Florida 32907

Sixteen year-old Robin Lee Graham began a solo, around-the-world voyage from California in a 24-ft sloop. Five years and 33,000 miles later he returned home with a wife and daughter. How's that for the start of an adventure story? And it really happened!

Have you lost your father? Or know someone who has? Read how God answered my prayer in a Georgia bookstore, and the surprising help that an unknown book gave me in dealing with my Dad's death.

"A Journey To Boston (Part 1)" is an original 51-second rocker employing three different electric guitars. Layered with distortion, chorus and delay, I have attempted to get a sound reminiscent of Tom Scholz's 70's band, Boston. A pitch-shifted Squire Stratocaster handled the bass lines while my Hondo II Les Paul-style provided the rhythm crunch. Taking lead was an early 80's Zion PowerGlide. (You can also see my Zion in this video.) Recording, drums and guitar processing was accomplished using a Digitech GNX3 Workstation. There are some cool moments in this that I'd love to revisit sometime. (A Part 2, maybe?) I'm especially fond of the "feedback" part. This was accomplished mid-solo by applying an eBow to an already ringing note, driving it into a nice four measure feedback wail. Aren't guitars fun? :) Zion PowerGlide Close-Up Pics

Have you tried Google's new 'completion' search? And Googled God? I plugged some Christian phrases in... here's what came back.

I asked my Facebook friends - via my status - to vote on whether God had used me in their lives...then nervously waited for the results. Would I get any votes?

An unusual fix for a Windows Server error. The Unblock button. Go figure!

Ever heard the story of a little girl who asked, "Why do you cut the end of the ham off, Mommy?" The retiring of a popular Windows SID changing tool is rippling through the professional industry.

My submission for Associated Content's Turkey Haiku contest.

Over the course of several days, two longstanding Rockledge, Florida buildings, along Longwood Avenue, were reduced to rubble. Wuesthoff Hospital is visible in the background of several shots.

Sherwood Pictures, which has given us movies such as Flywheel, Facing The Giants, and Fireproof will now begin production on a fourth movie entitled, Courageous.

Pervaiz Masih prevented a suicide bomber from gaining entrance to a crowded cafeteria. He lost his own life, but in the process, saved the lives of many others.

A funny thing happened while surfing the web... a thirty-two year old memory was rediscovered. And with that memory, a new hope, that my life matters.

Would you answer a newspaper ad where someone offers to pray for you ... for ten dollars?! Read the true story of what happened when I made the call.

See the list of items up for bid in Covenant Christian School's First Annual "Bids For Kids" Fundraiser.

Does Microsoft Works or OpenOffice's Writer launch when you click a Word document? Even though you know you've installed Microsoft Word on your computer?

It may be an old black and white TV show, but Lost in Space is refreshing in its lessons of life, love and family.

The USS New York. Is it really built from the steel of the World Trade Center buildings?

On a storm threatened evening, inspector Tim Clemson has discovered a terrifying flaw atop the newest 456-foot roller coaster. Good thing that the ride wasn't cleared to open..... and then the lights came on.

Does your mood take a tumble when the weather is dark and dreary?

Looking for a disturbing and graphic novel worthy of creeping you out for Halloween? Or anytime? Parents of young readers beware.

Sensitive teeth can be a real pain in the jaw. Maybe, like me, you'll find some relief from trying some of these tips.

The search for information on Russell Swan is on! Has he been seriously injured? Has he been medically evacuated? Will he remain on Survivor?

Breaking guitar strings? Try a few of these tips and tricks to diagnose and fix the problem.

Survivor Samoa preview shows a severely injured Russell Swan, and a very concerned host of the popular CBS Survivor series.

Creatively praying for a group of young people took a surprsing turn on a chilly morning. And to think, it all started because I didn't feel like praying...

A meeting with Wayne Watson and having him sign my Ovation guitar

Fundraiser Auction and Dinner for Covenant Christian School of Palm Bay, FL

A review of Ted Dekker's novel, Heaven's Wager.

Gibraltar runway crosses active road.

2005's 19th Annual American Sandsculpting Championship held in Fort Myer's Beach, Florida

09/28/09 - An unidentified car burns out of control at 5800 Stadium Parkway, directly across from the Space Coast Stadium in Viera, Florida. The fire began around 4:30pm. Northbound traffic was redirected while fire crews quickly extinguished the blaze.

How to demonstration of Microsoft's Out-GridView found in Windows 7 and Server 2008 PowerShell 2.0

A hospital worker describes his odd behavior in staying healthy within a germs, virus and flu enriched environment.

In Mark 6:39, the color green is mentioned. Why don't the other Gospel writers mention this? What does God show the author?

High Schooler Hugh Vander is in an impossible situation. In a moment's blink, his entire world has been turned upside down. And now, a girl's life hangs in the balance. What will he do in the face of evil?

Praying aloud for names on the side of my water cup led to a heartbreaking conversation with the guy next to me at a traffic light.

Christian fisherman Rick Cager has life all figured out. Only one thing didn't fit: Why was God now burdening him to pray for a certain group of teenagers? What good would that do anyway? And then a ski boat crashed into his fishing dock...

When a small, mysterious object is unburied at a construction site, some begin to wonder if it has the power to change life, change things... change people even. Teenager Heather Martin is starting to feel convinced.

Nate is a scared teenage guy, facing an obstacle that fills him with fear. The Swing. Will his High School classmates laugh and make fun of him? Can he really rely on God's help? Is God even there?

Aboard ship, the deck creaking and swaying, little Jacob is trapped in a nightmare. He must get out. He must. Was there anyone who would save him and his family?

Learn how PSInfo, along with specific command line switches, can determine a computer's Installed Software, HotFixes and Hard Drive information.

A prayer for a stuck spark plug teaches a lesson in waiting on God.

Learn how to harness the power of PSINFO from Microsoft using a command prompt or the new Powershell 2.0 found in Windows 7 and Server 2008. This helpful utility is a welcome tool in the arsenal of any Windows administrator.