I have never claimed to be an expert on Autism, but I am an expert on being my kids' father.
Michael Savage is certainly not an expert on Autism, but he seems to think he is...
Join me in writing his sponsors.
7/21/08
Autism "expert" Michael Savage
6/5/08
how ya been, Eh?
Not sure if you knew, but ROCK IS NOT DEAD!
If you rock at all you know Testament recently released, "formation of damnation" and - HOLY SHIT DOES IT ROCK! Their debut album was back in '87 "The Legacy" I was a freshman... now, 42 years old, the new record gives me the same chills down my spine 21 years later.
New bands are rocking my world as well...
Not the "newest" sensation, but ya Gotta love the "Transplants" TALL CANS IN THE AIR!
Three Days Grace's "RIOT" often starts my day. Great driving to work song.
Avenged Sevenfold, I could go on and on about these guys. I listen to them daily.
Five Finger Death Punch, although a little dramatic, I love the voice of this singer. Great guitar work.
other notable favorites: Scary Kids Scaring Kids... , I Wrestled A Bear Once...,and Rev Theory HELL YEAH!
Rock is not dead! and Mother Goldstein isn't either!
4/20/08
4/3/08
Happy Autism Awareness Month
An message to all 11 of you MotherGoldstein readers...
My postings kind of dried up since the last big Autism walk, and thanks by the way to everyone who donated. Overall the walk raised over $120,000 for the Autism Society of MN.
I will back to posting soon.
My family recently got the news that my youngest daughter is now also on the Autism spectrum. She has been going through many test (all of which are NOT covered by my BULSHIT insurance). Keep my family in your thoughts and I will be back posting soon.
2/4/08
Team Max
Hello all,
Team Max Lewis is gearing up for a fund raising walk on Sunday Feb. 24, 2008 to support the Autism Society of Minnesota in their efforts to enhance the lives of children and families who are living the adventure called autism. We would love to see all of you out there with your walking shoes on, but we realize that is not a possibility.
If you would like to sponsor our team it would be greatly appreciated. All proceeds go to the Autism Society of Minnesota which not only helps families throughout the state, but also benefits Max and his progress.
The link for online donations is -Team Max Lewis
1/7/08
happy new year everybody
happy new year - merry xmas - keith's birday - my brother's birthday - baby jesus' birthday!!!!!
First of all... how many f'n college bowl games do we need?? don't know about you but i think currently, there are about 8 too many... I gotta say, i'm a sucker for a cheerleader... well, girl cheerleader - I feel so old, gals didn't get the breast augmentation back when I was in college... sorry, certainly I digress.
Had a great holiday, and got some great presents, first up, my brand new Shubb GS dobro steel:
[picture removed due to complaints]
note: the face I'm making has less to do with my excitement and more with the metal object sticking out of the right side of my head. Another great present I received was the book, "Dance with the Devil" by Stanley Booth. Thanks TA, I've never met you face to face, thank you for the awesome book.
Guitar of the Week:
Killer Gibson signature V - The Jimi Hendrix model... remember? the Band of Gypsys? My personal favorite Jimi Era. This V is clean, and with the 60's model tremelo bridge, humbuckers pickups, and funky 60's finish... Very affordable and Hey it sounds great when plugged into this...
Orange Combo! It REALLY DOES SOUND GOOD PLUGGED INTO THIS BABY!
Ok, Song of the... just click play I grabbed some stuff I've been listening to over the holidays..
First we have,
The Sixths, with "Kissing Things"
and the next two are my old buddy,
Brooks West with, "Sharpie" and "the Art Song"
it's good to be back...
12/18/07
Happy Birthday Keith...
Happy Birthday Keith, you don't look a day over 113.
On a "sad"/"wow, it's been that long" note...
Can you believe it has been 10 years to the day since the untimely death of Chris Farley?
12/17/07
12/15/07
Song of the... Just Click Play...
Yo La Tengo
Not doing a whole hell of a lot of posting these days... I've been very busy: feeding reindeer, dealing with Elf labor disputes, and trying to get my new Sirius satellite radio to work in the sleigh.
Seriously, "Song of the... Just Click Play" is dedicated to my lovely wife. She is quite simply, a Superhero. Taking care of a child with Autism (dealing with the countless therapists coming in and out of our house - as well as trips to the "Courage Center" for occupational therapy), she also raises two "wild princesses". This week she finished her Master's Degree, wow.
"on our way to fall in love" by Yo La Tengo is a song that reminds me of our first year married (also the first year she started Grad school). It's one of those songs, when I hear it I can't help thinking about my wife and how much I love and respect her.
Hope you like it.
12/14/07
This is, The Clark Brothers performing, YOU'RE IN MY HEART12/12/07
Sometimes you gotta love "top 40" Radio
Z100's Jingle Ball to help fight autism
12/6/07
on this day
38 years ago today the Stones Played Altamont Speedway.
Today would be a good day to watch "Gimme Shelter" the movie which chronicles the 1969 tour.
My favorite line in the movie comes from Mick when viewing footage of Ike and Tina Turner, who was the opening act:
"It's nice to have a chick occasionally"
The Vault
Love Concerts? Where do you go when you want to see Judas Priest, Rolling Stones, and um... Roger Miller? Wolfgang's Vault That's where.
Concerts from your favorite bands, unless your favorite band is REM... Sorry Beth, they're not on this site.
OK, so not ALL the bands but quite a lot - check it out.
12/5/07
New book about the The Replacements... Just in time for Christmas
Crawdaddy interviewed Jim Walsh about the book and I can't wait to read it.
“It was kind of daunting to do this project, it stopped many writers. There was fear of the band, and fear that they wouldn’t get it right and be laughed at by all the smart Replacement fans—who are the smartest, most persnickety, demanding fans of all. But you start getting older, and friends of mine started dying, and maybe important stories weren’t going to get laid down if I waited any longer. It’s like you’re in the middle of your life and you’ve lived these stories—and I lived it.”
I'm rushing to my iPod now to listen to some Mats!
11/28/07
UPDATED
I FIXED IT
Song of the... Just Click Play...
The Weakerthans
New Song of the ... Just Click Play
I hope you enjoy The Weakerthans - My Favorite Chords
One of my favorite bands.
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Alright I figured it out, it seems that my code was missing a <, so...
it's working now... enjoy!
11/27/07
On This Day....
8: Horace, Latin poet, satirist, dies
Then Nothing really happened on this day until...
1940: Actor Bruce Lee (Liu Yuen Kam) born
1942: Rock guitarist Jimi Hendrix Schulz (Foxy Lady, Purple Haze) born
1962: Rock musician Charlie Benante (Anthrax) born
1962: Rock musician Mike Bordin (Faith No More) born
1984: Artificial heart recipient William J. Schroeder speaking for the first time since the implant, asked for a can of beer -- a wish that was granted two days later
11/26/07
Autism News: Hillary talks - Autism Speaks responds... I remain bitter
I like what she said, more money devoted too:
• Expanding research to identify the causes of autism, including potential environmental reasons.
• Improving education and early detection and intervention, including creating a task force to investigate autism treatments and services.
• Training for teachers to instruct children with autism.
Perhaps she should add a babysitter fund for the 10's of thousands of parents of kids with Autism, who NEVER get to go out on regular dates.Autism Speaks, responded: Since they are non-profit they will not endorse any candidate. In the same breath, families dealing with Autism are "non profit" too - so that's a good excuse NOT to endorse anyone.
Here's the deal folks... Not talking about all the emotional and stressful feelings associated with Autism, The financial portion is just adds to the mix... Maybe this will better help me explain:
1. monthly cost of my son's therapy=$8,900.00
2. monthly income=A LOT less than $8,900.00
Insurance companies help, but what insurance companies are the best at: finding loopholes NOT to cover. In fact, my 5 year old son has reached his LIFETIME LIMIT ON PHYSICAL THERAPY! Ahhhhhh! I knew this post would end up just pissing me off.
I will leave you with this, what is Autism?
Autism is a complex brain disorder that inhibits a person's ability to communicate and develop social relationships, and is often accompanied by extreme behavioral challenges. Autism spectrum disorders are diagnosed in one in 150 children in the United States, affecting four times as many boys as girls. The diagnosis of autism has increased tenfold in the last decade. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have called autism a national public health crisis whose cause and cure remain unknown.
11/24/07
Ric Flair supporting Mike Huckabee
I don't know much about Mike Huckabee other than he seems to be the "tough guy's" guy.
Recently Chuck Norris (NOTE: There is no chin under Chuck Norris' Beard - There is only another fist) as endorsed Mr. Huckabee, and now Ric "The NatureBoy" Flair (pictured) is jumping on board. In a statement just in time for Iowa, Mr. Flair was quoted as saying, "WOOOOOO!"
Meet the women who won't have babies - because they're not eco friendly
Attention all annoying people... do this.
"At the age of 27 this young woman at the height of her reproductive years was sterilized to 'protect the planet'."
Don't get me wrong, saving the planet is a noble cause, but being down right annoying is another thing entirely. I'm no saint and I annoy plenty of people (just ask my wife), but give me a break STERILIZE YOURSELF TO PROTECT THE PLANET?!?!?!?!?
Here's an idea, have LOTS of PROTECTED SEX to save the planet!
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