1788. FRUSTRATION

[@steveeatonmusicofficial7015]

Lee, you are the poster child of perfection. I’ve had the privilege of being able to play music with you. I’ve had the pleasure of seeing your incredible artwork. And I own your book. Every single thing you touch is always done perfectly and top drawer. Do you ever sleep? Anyway there’s a billion people out here who love and adore you. I’m just one of them. I just hope you take good care of yourself and that you, Maureen and the boys have a wonderful Christmas👍🙏❤️

[@rca6576]

THIS. Every word. Lee is an international treasure.

[@beepbeepnj2658]

There are thousands of people who can pluck one string on a 4 string instrument but they don't get a lucky break like Noel Redding did and some others.

[@ofdlttwo]

So sorry to hear. We understand that all you want to do is to "give". As a 35 year firefighter, My response to comfort is, "We'll get through it." 4 years. Our world needs more people like you to share, create, love, engage and give joy to those around us. We'll get through this.

[@Ken-nk9mm]

LOL 4 years of book shipping troubles? I hope you were not injecting crazed politics into this topic. If you are get a life TDS then VDS is your future. Sad

[@arthurharms5502]

When I preprint my labels, I always ensure that the postal worker gives me a receipt that the item was scanned in.

[@johnlund2654]

You’re right and it’s worth standing in line

[@jamesanthony5257]

DeJoy has taken the Joy out of the USPS.

[@sethcashman1011]

I can't recall there ever being any joy associated with the USPS.

[@naturecurry1331]

Postmaster DeJoy has financial interest in one or more competing delivery companies. His priority seems to be his need for higher returns on his investment than the American people.

[@RockandRollWoman]

​@naturecurry1331 Be prepared. It's about to get much worse, across the government.

[@timin770]

Union labor

[@TR-yi8up]

Biden had 4 years to shitcan him

[@rca6576]

I am so happy that I was able to get one of your books! I showed it to my brother ( a musician) who was blown away by it and he wants one now. Perhaps people could be offered an option to pay for FED EX now. Porch pirates, poor service from the postal service etc. I'm sorry you are going through this with your books. I can tell folks that these books are wonderful! Don't stress too much over this Lee. I would venture to guess that most of the people who love your work are going to be understanding. Wishing you some calming walks, some good hot cups of tea and lots of love.

[@dsthorp]

Please, let us be kind to one another. We live in changing times. Leland Sklar, we are grateful for you and your messages.

[@stevepreskitt283]

I'm so sorry that you're experiencing such difficulties, Lee, and I wish Romeo a quick and uneventful recovery.

[@sethcashman1011]

Hoping that the surgery went well and that Romeo is on the road to recovery!

[@carltonduty2662]

It’s not just you, Lee. The post office is no longer reliable for delivery of packages. It had gotten worse every year but this year it’s beyond hope if you are trying to send packages and care about them actually arriving in a timely manner you have to use FedEx or UPS and up charge the customer. I got a check from a client and it took four weeks to go four blocks based on the postmark. I’m so sorry we all have to deal with this.

[@mommaseesall4270]

Lee, I'm in Norfolk,Va.had the same thing happen, I contacted my Congressman's office and reported it and got results fast. My suggestion is attach this video to the formal form required to fill out for your US Congressman and or US Senator. It's worth a try.

[@kjisnot]

The joy was out of the USPS LONG before DeJoy. I have had the same problems with lousy tracking for years. You are not alone.

[@kjbunnyboiler]

Oh, Drumeo released their tribute to Phil Collins today on KZbin which includes your good self. Well worth a watch everyone👍👍

[@sethcashman1011]

Watched last night. Had been anticipating its release for a long time. Well worth the wait.

[@JamesVandevanter]

Oh yeah, what a wealth o' knowledge in that,I've caught a short post,whole thing later.🙂🎸

[@m1nn1s]

Thanks for the... 'heads up' ☮️KJ - BB 🧙‍♂️💖

[@mikeschmidt5376]

Wishing you and your's a beautiful Christmas Leland. Thanks for the Drumeo link for Phil earlier today. Stress means that you care, we all know that you are on top of eveything always. Hello from WI, about to get a monster snowstorm. I bet that you don't mis those😊

[@MrCcoachman]

Lee, God Bless You Man! Enjoy Christmas, your pup and know that all things will work out! Cheers! Charles

[@JD-hh9io]

I'm covering my ears every time I hear DeJoy

[@stephengerardwilson]

Love ya Lee. Hang in there. ❤

[@allysondamon]

On a positive note, I received my book within 10 days of ordering. I was pleased it came so fast. It is a gift. I appreciate your careful and secure packaging.

[@rcsceh9663]

Hello Mr. Sklar! You have been a huge inspiration to me and my bass playing. Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from South Louisiana. Hoping all goes well with Romeo.

[@MeYou-nm5bd]

I ordered an item recently and the vendor includes a disclaimer that USPS doesn’t always do incoming scans, but to be patient, it’s not the supplier’s fault.

[@vhm14u2c]

Hi Lee, my one message won’t aleve frustration, but I hope is one of the building blocks to do so. I would not worry about doing daily vids. IMO, is not necessary. I hope post office delivery things work in your favor in the future, and hope Romeo will be ok. Merry Christmas and happy new year to you and family, and immediate family.💕🎶🥂

[@anns1286]

I'm so sorry you are dealing with this frustration. Just not fair. Best wishes to Mister Romeo on a speedy recovery. Hope your day improved, take care. Merry Christmas to you and your family and the best of wishes for 2025.

[@Iceman51686]

I love your transparency! You’re an awesome guy! Keep up the good work! Much ❤! I’m sorry about your frustration, that sucks! Merry Christmas! And have a Happy NewYear! Much ❤

[@barbiemckofka8700]

I'm so sorry. I don't like to see you frustrated especially this time of year. We know you are doing everything right. Romeo is in my prayers 🙏🐾🐾 💙 We love you ❤ Take care Be safe

[@davidmarais1048]

250k subscribers - CONGRATULATIONS!

[@paulqueen1689]

Lee you are a great artist; always very good at what you do. no one can take away success from a man. I have known you since the 60s

[@tressinar]

Hello, I LOVE MY BOOK

[@davidhoward3376]

I sell stuff on Ebay and I understand this problem. If I just put my orders in a US Post bin to be shipped they often do not get scanned and take forever to be delivered. What I always do now is stand in line at the postal counter and get each item scanned and a receipt. At least that way I can prove I actually shipped the items. For the most part I have had very few problems with USPS.

[@raygunsforronnie847]

Yes, I stand in line for hand processing by the Window Unit. Nothing like having the receipts.

[@Bassguitarist1985]

Btw Leland, Best wishes on your puppy recovering from surgery. My wife and I have two dogs and while we have not dealt with bloat we have dealt with a lot of other health issues with dogs that we've had in the past. You're doing the best the doggy father can by getting them the surgery that will prevent them from having major health issues later! Cheers!

[@pattierider111]

Aww poor Romeo,hope he recovers quickly 🩵

[@Funkybassplayer]

Hey lee. I fully understand your frustration. The only thing you can do. Is order your book waaaaaay ahead of time. I think. Better to get your book too early than too late. There is nothing more you CAN do now. I’m sure the people will appreciate this video of you explaining. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 greetings sir. 👋🏻

[@gotham61]

I know it’s more work, but I would bring them into the building, and have them scan the shipping label into the system in front of you.

[@robbylane-n8e]

Lee....I just finished saying prayers for you in regard to your stress (which is entirely understandable) and further prayers that your dog, Romeo..in that Romeo would have a successful operation and recovery. Peace and love to you and yours.

[@Gina-ly5bp]

Hoping everything’s okay with Romeo 🐾

[@m1nn1s]

Hi Gina ☮️ 🎶 👋

[@HappyJ]

Lee, i feel your pain. It is impossible to hold anyone accountable in the USPS for anything. Unfortunately, it is not better with FedEx. People where i live in Nothern Ohio have had packages stuck in a FedEx sorting facility since Thanksgiving 😢.

[@iwdavey]

Thank you for caring so much! Merry Christmas to you and yours! 💕🎵🎶

[@Ian-Steele]

Hi Leland, fortunately I got my copy of the book from you the same week that it was published and although the postage to the UK was more than double the price of the book it was well worth it. Perhaps you should try a different carrier such as FedEx or DFS to see if they can do a better job. Fingers crossed for Romeo and for a swift recovery for him. ❤

[@Hatrackman]

Patience be with us. I find it is refreshing to remember no one alive has experienced anything outside of Hell.

[@kennonmoen4424]

I’m sorry the postal system is giving you such a hard time. It’s little comfort, but everyone is suffering from the poor mail service. We appreciate the effort you put into bringing joy to your fans. Best healing vibes to Romeo for a speedy recovery!

[@Bob-lh9he]

Sorry to hear Lee, Have a Great Holiday

[@sethcashman1011]

Why are Newman (Seinfeld) quotes suddenly running through my head?

[@kristoffer-helle]

Still hear his laugh when he talks about the mail not being on time.

[@timabuttle]

i have your book and thank you for writing a message in it to me. Love the book and enjoy looking through it because there's so many great shots and it has a proud sport on our coffee table. It pains me to hear this is going on and hope it will get better. Have a terrific holiday, Leland. We love you and all you do on your KZbin channel and online for us. It is appreciated.

[@chrissharkey9644]

I hope they’re not trying to ruin the post office so they can turn it into. Business thus eliminating the privacy

[@sleepingdogs8939]

Anything sent by mail a few weeks before Christmas takes extra time despite the USPS slow delivery time.

[@Ken-nk9mm]

I sell a lot through eBay. These days to be safe you have to have your packages scanned in at the counter. That way you know it was checked in and where it goes. It also makes insurance refunds possible if they lose it. A hassle and time consuming especially with a large number of heavy books, but unless you want the status quo to continue you have to do it. Good luck.

[@CorinneHSmith]

I manage a small retail business, and I can relate. The situation you describe has happened to me too, on occasion. Sometimes when I leave labeled and paid-for packages on the counter at the post office, someone evidently just puts the packages into the process but WITHOUT scanning the labels first. As a result, there's a certain time period where the tracking just says, Label created. There's no way to know where the boxes went. Eventually, yes, the packages arrive at their destinations. Something you could consider is to take the boxes physically into the front part of the post office. Make sure everything is scanned and that you get receipts. And then, it's up to the carriers. I know, it might be more time-consuming. But at least you would have proof and peace of mind. I wouldn't consider sending replacement copies until more than two weeks have passed, for in-country shipments. And keep in mind that even though the top administrator of the organization is problematic, the workers in the individual offices are often better than him. They ARE constrained by system rules. Anyway, GOOD LUCK, Lee!

[@6StringPassion.]

Here's a tip from someone who has experienced the same frustration. Specifically, always have the post office scan your mail in your presence and hand you the receipt. Yes, this can be a pain, but nowhere near as much pain as having to ship duplicates. Without that scan, you end up where you are now, meaning your books may or may not get delivered, and your customers will think you never did anything but print the label. Also, if you are using media mail, the only guarantee you have is that it will take a LONG time to get there. A minimum of 2.5 weeks is a good rule-of-thumb. I hope you find this information helpful.

[@carolmoline6490]

I’d be honest and pay for the second book. 💙🩵💙

[@cmorales932]

So sorry for the frustration Lee. For well over 20 years different administrations have implemented policies designed to throw a wrench into the postal service with the end goal of privatization. Yesterday Trump stated as much as one of his goals.

[@wallpecker]

Happens to me from time to time. USPS just too busy to scan everything. Just tell the people to be patient and 99.9% of the time they'll get their item.

[@RalphOnofrio]

Leland...From what I've been hearing', it's not only USPS,but Amazon,UPS,Fed-Ex,are all having these problems.Not about the season, but all this year.Hope the little guy is ok.

[@salyoutubepremium7734]

No one wants to “ work”

[@BasicDrumming]

I appreciate you and thank you for making content.

[@m1nn1s]

@@BasicDrumming Alan 🥁 ❤️ 🧙🏼‍♂️

[@NyMyers64]

That is incredibly frustrating, Lee. Very bad that you have to send out another copy and then the original shows up. It's a huge expensive book it's not like it's a greeting card. All the best for the puppy recovery.

[@BBfrombluffside]

Love your videos Leland.

[@kateconway-hickman5945]

So sorry about the mailings today. I have recently waited for one single piece of mail to reach its' destination here on the East Coast of the United Stated for nearly two weeks. It was just acknowledged as received yesterday! Regarding your Romeo feel better please when he gets back home later today. My best Anniversary wishes this Holiday season to you and Maureen! 💞 ✨️

[@frogpedals]

I use UPS for the most important things I ship (I make guitar effect pedals). I use UPS domestically for my pedals because I believe it is more reliable and better tracking, and PCBs I send in bubble envelopes domestically and international using USPS. I do ship pedals internationally via USPS. I use Shippingeasy as the online shipping system I use.

[@kjbunnyboiler]

Evening Leland👍👍, best wishes to Romeo❤❤

[@lelandsklar6363]

👍🏼

[@m1nn1s]

Evening KJ BB 🧙🏼‍♂️ 💖☮️

[@d.michaelmcbridedc1082]

Appreciate all that you do. An amazing creative force of nature and of course reality has this way of bending in unexpected ways. I just do the next right step and let the results unfold. Take a breath you are loved and supported at the highest levels. The postal system in Hawaii is definitely maui time. I get the impression they are all smokin it in the back. Much love and aloha brah.

[@steelydrwu]

If it frustrates you it is a frustration, thank God for Bass Players. Happy Christmas.

[@mrs.awhiggins450]

something to calm your nerves. The truth of the PO matter is that they're operating in the red. They are broke. So anything that tips the scale, an employee calling out sick, seasonal bulk mailing and even a box of books can push them off the financial cliff. Email, along with virtual banking and bill paying has all but destroyed what was once a vibrant and necessary communication tool. No more. So take heart and plan forward for next year ( if the PO even still exists at all) to send your bulk mailings months ahead of the holiday season. 🎄

[@williamdaly1005]

I got my book pretty fast, no problems. But that was before the Christmas rush. Sorry you’re dealing with this, Lee. Part of the problem I see is “instant gratification” and Amazon. Everyone take a deep breath, your book will get there. By the way, I love my book.

[@craigr.5941]

Same thing has happened multiple times to me with my eBay sales. I process the label, drop the item in the drop box and a week may go by with no scan. Hit or miss, a system out of control.

[@wademiyataki9221]

Heard the same story from some small businesses. As others have mentioned, you may need to hand them to a postal worker and watch them scan the packages into their system. I realize that it causes more work up front, but hopefully, it'll put an end to the whole label printed hell.

[@ginamaclachlan1843]

I’m sorry about all of this postal mess. My adult daughter got your book last year for Christmas. We are an age that your friends are our favorite Musicians . We grew up with your music. Your book made him laugh and smile. Thank you for making this book. Know that you have given joy to many many people. Merry Christmas Leland❤️🤶🏻

[@RaincloudmusicTFS6]

LEE! Getting ready to send one of my Bibles to "Bibles and Coffee", for a new cover. That's a $150 budget item, and If they lose it, my card-carrying ASCAP self will be upSET. I hope these guys get the lead out. One of these daze, I'll get my copy. Have a great Holiday season, sir. God Bless you and yours. I wish you a stellar 2025.

[@dwaynewladyka577]

Canada Post workers have been on strike for quite some time. The mail is important for people. I wish you a Merry Christmas and I also wish Maureen all the best. Cheers, Leland! 🙏✌️

[@JeffHogue-t1b]

Yeah, Leland, I hear that about the USPS. My latest utilities bill that I paid and sent on time was lost somewhere in the mail. My check wasn't cashed even after 11 days. I cancelled that check and paid my bill with my debit card at the utilities office. I tried to set-up a "pay on-line account" over the phone, but they wanted my driver license number and my social security number to do it...NOPE! Not going to give out that info if I don't have to give it out. This crap reminds me of postman Neuman on Seinfeld and his devious tactics with the mail. All the best to you, sir AND Romeo, too! Merry Christmas! Have a marvelous 2025!

[@traceycombs3220]

Aw, Romeo won't have his Jingle Bells for Christmas! 🔕🔕

[@johnlund2654]

Also he had the high speed sorting machines damaged on purpose to sabotage the post office. Then most people will say see the gubmunt can’t do anything right

[@CaryBSimon]

Hey Leland 👋 photograph document the book postmark at the post office. To show customer and post office when tracking. I always do it with important packages

[@mrbotucker]

It’s a frequent occurrence and only a tactic used by the post office to delay shipping.

[@saxMD2008]

Evidently Congress is frustrated too, because I recently saw them tearing him a new one. I doubt it'll get better after the inauguration. Maybe just don't try delivering any more before Christmas. People will understand. (You are so beloved!) Better to increase the possibility of getting them where they are going if the risk is too high.

[@andrewfindlay9099]

Probably hanging out at some airport waiting for distribution they don't rush for sure if it goes into customs at the other end that's another story of which I personally have had to wait for clearance many times and they don't rush either

[@Padoinky]

The pup will be just fine. Relax and let go of the frustration. As I always tell my SO of 30 yrs, nothing is ever as easy as it initially seems it would be…

[@donnathan745]

I ship things in my business as well, they are missing the “scanning in” step from what I’m told. It is very frustrating when they ship with no scanning. I enlisted the help of a person that works inside the post office years ago and when they are on vacation there are often problems. Best wishes on the pup and the books! Donny

[@thedevilinthecircuit1414]

As screwed up as the USPS seems to be these days, we are comparing it to past performance which used to be outstanding. But compared to postal systems in other countries, our current system is still *far* more reliable. I am not excusing the decline of USPS quality of service, however. It is due to mismanagement; political appointees are notoriously unqualified.

[@RockandRollWoman]

Don't worry about hitting us every day. Most of us are grown up and can understand coping strategies. As for those who can't... up their nose with bong water! 😂

[@Cathappyfishfry]

You are a good man, Leland. Hang in there!

[@DirkElcher]

Hi Lee, I made the same experience when I bought something from James Taylors Webside. It took nearly four month till it arrived here in Germany. So I decided to buy your book here in Europe. Although it is not signed. Maybe you come to Europe, perhaps with Lyle? I will be there! :-) Have a wonderful christmas!

[@jeffdibart9282]

Lee, you MUST have them SCAN the package and give you a receipt. Then they can't steal it or throw it out, else the local PO gets in trouble.

[@jmonkreltub9824]

De Joy!! Hang in there Lee

[@michaelgolden3220]

I sure hope the postal people get their shit together for you Lee. I am glad I got my personally signed book when I did. Merry Christmas and have a wonderful week my friend

[@DaxLLM]

Sorry Lee. But just so people know the president doesn't appoint a postmaster general. It's done by a board. Here's how it goes The U.S. Postmaster General is appointed, not elected. Specifically, they are appointed by the Board of Governors of the United States Postal Service, rather than by the President. This has been the case since the Postal Reorganization Act of 1970, which transformed the Post Office Department into the United States Postal Service (USPS) as an independent agency of the federal government. The current Postmaster General, Louis DeJoy, was appointed by the USPS Board of Governors in May 2020. The position has no fixed term limit, and the Postmaster General serves at the pleasure of the Board of Governors. The Board of Governors itself consists of up to nine governors appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate, plus the Postmaster General and Deputy Postmaster General.

[@kjisnot]

Exactly. Lee was evidently showing some TDS. The service was under tons of pressure with email taking over a lot of communications. Then congress demanded they work Saturdays despite it not being profitable. Politics and technology have taken their toll. Plus the union. Can't forget the union and pensions.

[@doloresvelez3243]

Sorry for your stress. You think that’s bad, go Christmas shopping with my daughter. YIKES. Hope Romeo will heal quickly. Thank you for your time. ❤❤🙏

[@VickersElectric]

Hang in there Lee! I hope you have a great Christmas! I hope and pray for your dog as well to get through and recover from his surgery. Sorry that it is so frustrating about the USPS. It is frustrating when people do not do their job!

[@kristoffer-helle]

It is the same thing in Sweden and they have raised prices and lowered their standard. It's just tragic. Really hope everything goes well for little Romeo.

[@Larkpine]

🎄👩🎄 sad to hear your frustration. Craziness. I'm Greatful I have mine. Seems there must be a way to track . How this happens. I agree about the postmaster. 😡🤬 Best to you otherwise.

[@carolmoline6490]

I’ve had the same problem with The postal system. With delivery 🩵💙🩵💙🩵

[@hurk130]

My favorite mail order store just stopped using USPS because of the same thing. I experienced a 21 day delivery from Georgia to Texas. It sucks now.

[@davidsteinberg8024]

Its not only USPS. I just got an order from FLA to OH by FedEx take 11 days. Box sat in transit for a week.

[@Beyond90Seconds]

I rely on the USPS for delivering items I sell on eBay. I self-print the labels using eBay’s online labeling and shipping payment system, and then drop off the packages at the post office without having to interact with anyone. I’m a low volume seller, but I have not experienced problem issues. I’m always able to track the packages using the tracking number provided by eBay, and the packages are delivered within the expected time frame. Sorry you’re experiencing the issues you’ve described. I’d be frustrated, too. It’s impressive to hear how personally you invest yourself in order to provide excellent customer service.

[@sbarncar]

It's Dejoy, Leland. A Trump appointment, determined to take the post office private.

[@paulmccarthy2032]

Why not take the post office private? It sucks now! Delivery 4 times a week and much more efficient. Right now they are losing billions annually and everybody is upset

[@TheDameduck]

Sending you nothing but Love and Peace, brother. ❤

[@rudiblankenburg5746]

Hello Lee, that's not nice news. You're a good person, you're too good for this world. It's not nice to treat such a lovely person like you like that. It's not your fault. I'd like to buy a book with an autograph from you, but unfortunately I can't afford it. But I watch your KZbin videos with great attention. You were already a great role model for me in the 70s. I pray for Romeo, everything will be fine. A Merry and Healthy Christmas to all of you. Wishes Rudi Blankenburg from Tangermünde/Germany 🙏👍☮

[@helenespaulding7562]

Lee...I know it would add a few minutes to your post office run, and may be impractical, as I don't know how many you ship per drop-off, but, as Amazon does when they make a delivery, can you take a quick photo of each label as you put it in the media bin? That way you have a record when people contact you to prove that you did indeed personally ship it. The time it takes would be worth it to avoid shipping another book and absorbing shipping costs. There would be no valid reason to pressure you to replace it as the customer knows for a fact you did your part. Anyway, it's just a thought. If this is indeed "a percentage" of your sales situation, it should be worth it.

[@curtvahle2018]

Instead of the post office try taking it to a third-party shipping place. Have them scan it and keep the receipt. (No charge for this) I have a feeling you'll have better luck than just dropping it at the post office. We sell on eBay, books and other things and have had great success doing this.

[@lindavestal8139]

You have Postmaster General DeJoy to thank for destroying our postal service. I was in the mailing & shipping industry for almost 30 years and saw the investment in equiment, technology & personnel for an efficient and dependable postal system to see it dismantled & ruined in eight years is horrible.

[@michaelmorrissey2248]

Sorry to hear about the troubles.

[@Auraa10]

Best wishes to your Romeo that he recovers quickly & painlessly And sorry about your books not getting out (maybe my daddy will sometimes order one once this passes)

[@douglasdegraff8335]

This frustration seems to be a malignant tumor of customer service in lots of areas and companies. I have one word for this Leland and I experience it almost everywhere. INEPT!!!!! Doug. We have to initiate our own customer service including medical, dental and so on. You have to be proactive when we should be taken care of as paying customers. You were kind with the word frustration, as I, feel my description doesn't come close to how angry I get. Hang in there brother. More battles at our age is a Major pain in the A**. I guess I was deluded in thinking as we aged, things would at least get a little smoother. Merry Christmas to You and Maureen and the pups and The Immediate Family. Still Love in a New York Minute.

[@sgommerable]

Sorry to hear how the post office has treated you and other merchants