1967 Douglas - (my copy of the pic - the next pic has more info in desc) His first musical instrument, the accordion. He still has it and it still works! (as of March 2010)

Doug
Parents offered the choice of accordion or guitar training. I couldn't decide, elected to go accordion to make family happy.

I STILL HAVE THIS ACCORDION here in Wisconsin! Played it about 14 months ago, still works.

This is Levick Street, I am in front of the living room closet door. Maybe 1969, but possibly earlier, I think more-so 1968.

And yes, I still also have the second accordian my parents bought me in the early 1970's!