Here's the song that was recently featured on my favorite soap opera, One Life to Live! The characters Rex, Bo, and Gigi found themselves back in 1968. A fun storyline!
Here's the link to the One Life to Live scene where several couples are making love to this song in both 1968 and 2008. Btw, the dj who announces the song is Cousin Brucie Morrow!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=44bgzt9MDKo&feature=related
"You're All I Need To Get By" by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell
Friday, August 29, 2008
He's 50 Today!
Happy 50th
Birthday
Michael Jackson
He's hit a milestone this year. Hard to believe that back in the 1970s we were watching this little kid with the big afro and his brothers perform.
"Ben" by Michael Jackson (from The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour) (He's singing about a rat)
Birthday
Michael Jackson
He's hit a milestone this year. Hard to believe that back in the 1970s we were watching this little kid with the big afro and his brothers perform.
"Ben" by Michael Jackson (from The Sonny & Cher Comedy Hour) (He's singing about a rat)
WZLX's Sunday Morning Blues Goes Global
Congrats to WZLX's Carter Alan!
His "Sunday Morning Blues" Show which is heard every Sunday morning on WZLX is going global with the help of WZLX HD2. The full time blues stream channel on the internet is called "Mojo Radio." Carter will be handling the programming of the 24 hour station. It is expected to launch on the internet by the end of September.
His "Sunday Morning Blues" Show which is heard every Sunday morning on WZLX is going global with the help of WZLX HD2. The full time blues stream channel on the internet is called "Mojo Radio." Carter will be handling the programming of the 24 hour station. It is expected to launch on the internet by the end of September.
Live at the Apollo! Rain Main!
Over in England at the Apollo Theater, the 1988 hit movie Rain Main has been adapted into a stage play. It stars American actor Josh Harnett (Pearl Harbor and Blackhawk Down) as Charlie Babbit (the Tom Cruise role) and British actor Adam Godley as autistic savant Raymond Babbit (the Dustin Hoffman role).
In this stage adaptation, the car trip scenes have been removed and the character of Charlie has been aged to his early 30s. The setting takes place in the present.
Playwright Don Gordon previously adapted the movie Terms of Endearment to the stage and Director Terry Johnson was the one who adapted another Dustin Hoffman movie called The Graduate for the stage in 2000. These two have combined their talents to create Rain Man, the play.
In this stage adaptation, the car trip scenes have been removed and the character of Charlie has been aged to his early 30s. The setting takes place in the present.
Playwright Don Gordon previously adapted the movie Terms of Endearment to the stage and Director Terry Johnson was the one who adapted another Dustin Hoffman movie called The Graduate for the stage in 2000. These two have combined their talents to create Rain Man, the play.
Marzo The Surfer!
In Maui, Hawaii, surfer Clay Marzo is the subject of a new documentary called Clay Marzo: Just Add Water. It debuted at the Castle Theater at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center tonight.
He learned to surf at age 3. He won his first National Scholastic Surfing Association national title when he was 10. He has traveled the world and surfed at age 16.
Last December, Clay was diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome. He felt relieved when he got that because it explained why he was uncomfortable around people. Surfing is his deep interest. He is at home in the water.
Money earned from the documentary will benefit Surfer's Healing, a program where autistic children and their families can experience surfing.
He learned to surf at age 3. He won his first National Scholastic Surfing Association national title when he was 10. He has traveled the world and surfed at age 16.
Last December, Clay was diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome. He felt relieved when he got that because it explained why he was uncomfortable around people. Surfing is his deep interest. He is at home in the water.
Money earned from the documentary will benefit Surfer's Healing, a program where autistic children and their families can experience surfing.
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Inside Look at NLD
I also happen to have NLD (Nonverbal Learning Disorder) as well as Asperger's Sydrome. It's great to come across information that there is a book about NLD that is written by someone who has NLD himself. Michael Murphy has written NLD From The Inside Out: Talking to Parents Teachers, and Teens about Growing Up with Nonverbal Disabilities.
Murphy is a lifelong Wayland, Massachusetts, resident. Now 27 years old, he has just published this book to educate and raise awareness.
Thanks for the help!
Murphy is a lifelong Wayland, Massachusetts, resident. Now 27 years old, he has just published this book to educate and raise awareness.
Thanks for the help!
All You Need is Creative Writing
Paul Grayburn from Derby, England, has written his own memoir about his experiences with living with Asperger's Syndrome. His book is titled, Walking on Broken Glass. Now 28 years old, he lives in a home for people with learning disabilities. His story focuses on his earlier years when he had behavior problems.
He was 19 years old when he was diagnosed. Before that he had spent several years in psychiatric hospitals. He had trouble controlling his temper. It took creative writing to help him. He hopes his book helps others.
Thanks, Paul!
He was 19 years old when he was diagnosed. Before that he had spent several years in psychiatric hospitals. He had trouble controlling his temper. It took creative writing to help him. He hopes his book helps others.
Thanks, Paul!
Inside Out Girl
Inside Out Girl sounds like a junior partner for me, the Outside In Woman aka Uncommon Bostonian (I read too many comic books when I was kid). Actually, Inside Out Girl is the title of a new novel by Canadian author Trish Cohen. It's her fifth book.
In her new novel, one of her main characters is a 10-year-old child with an Asperger's-like disability. She based the character on a 13-year-old girl who has Nonverbal Learning Disorder. The book is dedicated to her.
Something to read for Fall.
In her new novel, one of her main characters is a 10-year-old child with an Asperger's-like disability. She based the character on a 13-year-old girl who has Nonverbal Learning Disorder. The book is dedicated to her.
Something to read for Fall.
Saturday, August 23, 2008
Outside In Song of The Week
Happy Birthday
Rick Springfield!
Rick's back on GH as both Dr. Noah Drake and Eli Love. Also, he has a new song that he recently performed on the soap.
I had a big crush on him back when I was a freshman at Emerson College in 1982. I had pictures of him on my dorm room's wall next to my bed.
"What's Victoria's Secret?" by Rick Springfield (as Eli Love on "General Hospital")
Rick Springfield!
Rick's back on GH as both Dr. Noah Drake and Eli Love. Also, he has a new song that he recently performed on the soap.
I had a big crush on him back when I was a freshman at Emerson College in 1982. I had pictures of him on my dorm room's wall next to my bed.
"What's Victoria's Secret?" by Rick Springfield (as Eli Love on "General Hospital")
Friday, August 22, 2008
Autism Focus Forum in Troy, NY
An autism awareness forum at a middle school in Troy, New York, had a modest turnout on Thursday night (August 21). The State Assemblyman along with the Mayor of Troy co-hosted the event with three others who each have a personal connection with autism and Asperger's Syndrome. Their forum is their first step to make the general public understand the two neurological conditions.
State Assemblyman Roy McDonald grew up with an autistic sister and also has a nephew diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome. He realized that giving them loving support made them both successful.
Thanks for your help, Roy.
State Assemblyman Roy McDonald grew up with an autistic sister and also has a nephew diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome. He realized that giving them loving support made them both successful.
Thanks for your help, Roy.
Surf's Up In New Jersey!
The Second Sea of Change Surf Day was on Tuesday of this week at Brighton Avenue Beach in Seaside Park in New Jersey. The event has autistic children learning how to surf from instructors in a judgment-free environment. Sea of Change, started last year, consists of 50 members who are lifeguards, surf shop employees, surfers, and instructors. Parents of Autistic Children (POAC) helped out too.
Catch a Wave, Guys!
Catch a Wave, Guys!
An Assistant Professor Writes about His Asperger Student
An interesting article about an assistant professor's experience with a student who appeared to have Asperger's Syndrome but not officially diagnosed in his college classroom called "My Semester with an Asperger's Syndrome Student." Using pseudonyms for himself and his student, the assistant professor chronicles week by week his interactions with his student and the e-mails he exchanged with him.
The assistant professor comes to conclusions about Asperger's Syndrome and helping the student with his learning challenges.
The assistant professor comes to conclusions about Asperger's Syndrome and helping the student with his learning challenges.
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
Jagger's Son has Autism Spectrum Disorder on GH:NS
Last week on "General Hospital: Night Shift," Jagger Cates (Antonio Sabato, Jr.) learned that his son Stone (named after his brother who died of AIDS back in 1995 and was Robin Scorpio's lover) has Autism Spectrum Disorder. I find it nice to see that the GH spinoff show present this subject.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGHleisKkkg&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGHleisKkkg&feature=related
Bill Has a Birthday Today
Happy Birthday
Former President
Bill Clinton
Bill's 62 today and still looks sexy. That's my Bill. Have fun next week at the convention in Denver, Colorado!
Bill jams with Arsenio Posse
Bill sings John Lennon's "Imagine" with Israeli singer Liel
Former President
Bill Clinton
Bill's 62 today and still looks sexy. That's my Bill. Have fun next week at the convention in Denver, Colorado!
Bill jams with Arsenio Posse
Bill sings John Lennon's "Imagine" with Israeli singer Liel
Saturday, August 16, 2008
Outside In Song of the Week
It was on this day, August 16, 1977, that the world was shocked to learn that the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley, had died in Memphis, Tennessee. He was only 42 years old.
People have been flocking to his home, Graceland, in Memphis every since he died to pay their respects to him.
"Hound Dog" by Elvis Presley
People have been flocking to his home, Graceland, in Memphis every since he died to pay their respects to him.
"Hound Dog" by Elvis Presley
She's 50!
Happy 50th Birthday
Madonna!
We remember you when!
"Into the Groove" by Madonna (from Desperately Seeking Susan)
Madonna!
We remember you when!
"Into the Groove" by Madonna (from Desperately Seeking Susan)
Steve's B-Day
Well, Excussssssssse Me! Another Belated Birthday!
Happy Birthday
Steve Martin
My favorite funny man had another birthday on August 14. Best Wishes, Steve!
Dentist Song from Little Shop of Horrors (the Musical)
Happy Birthday
Steve Martin
My favorite funny man had another birthday on August 14. Best Wishes, Steve!
Dentist Song from Little Shop of Horrors (the Musical)
Hitch's B-day!
A Belated Birthday Wish...
Happy Birthday
Alfred Hitchcock!
The legendary director's birthday was on Wednesday. He would have been 109 years old. He passed away on April 29, 1980.
I grew up watching his movies. Very artistic movies and many of them are classics.
Trailer to Psycho
Happy Birthday
Alfred Hitchcock!
The legendary director's birthday was on Wednesday. He would have been 109 years old. He passed away on April 29, 1980.
I grew up watching his movies. Very artistic movies and many of them are classics.
Trailer to Psycho
N.H. Woman with AS Has Successful Independent Life
CarolAnn Edscorn of New Hampshire has Asperger's Syndrome and has been able to become a success in her personal and professional life. She spoke this week about her life to an audience at the 10th annual University of New Hampshire's Institute on Disabilities Autism Forum.
She is a mother to five children and has been married for 25 years. She has a servant dog called Shakespeare to help her out. Also, she has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Rhode Island and a Master's Degree in Urban Affairs Management and Public Policy from Southern Illinois University.
She is an ordained minister and composes and plays the piano.
She said that society must make an effort to understand people with autism.
Thanks for the positive message, CarolAnn.
She is a mother to five children and has been married for 25 years. She has a servant dog called Shakespeare to help her out. Also, she has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Rhode Island and a Master's Degree in Urban Affairs Management and Public Policy from Southern Illinois University.
She is an ordained minister and composes and plays the piano.
She said that society must make an effort to understand people with autism.
Thanks for the positive message, CarolAnn.
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
Pierce Brosnan's Singing Makes it to Number 1!
The "Mamma Mia" movie soundtrack has made to the number 1 spot on Billboard! Despite the bad singing from both Pierce Brosnan and Meryl Streep, the soundtrack is a hit! The musical based on Abba songs is now a hit on Broadway and at the movies.
Here's an interesting fact: None of Abba's albums made it into the Top 10.
Pierce Brosnan and Meryl Streep singing "SOS" (Still Picture from movie with the song playing in the background/not really a video)
Download the song:
http://www.sendspace.com/file/mp8k3v
Here's an interesting fact: None of Abba's albums made it into the Top 10.
Pierce Brosnan and Meryl Streep singing "SOS" (Still Picture from movie with the song playing in the background/not really a video)
Download the song:
http://www.sendspace.com/file/mp8k3v
Temple Grandin and Other Adults with Autism/AS
In the article, Picture Thinking in Pictures, author Elaine O'Connor writes about Dr. Temple Grandin who was diagnosed with autism at age three and now is an expert about autism and inventor of animal slaughter devices. O'Connor also mentions that some adults with autism spectrum disorders do not get enough support from the government because their IQs are higher than 70. She also states that Grandin, despite her autism, has been able to lead a successful adult life with the right supports and mentors.
It's tough to live independently in America too as an adult with Asperger's Syndrome. I have a lot to offer in the workplace I'm in, but they seem to focus on my inability to form interpersonal relationships.
It's tough to live independently in America too as an adult with Asperger's Syndrome. I have a lot to offer in the workplace I'm in, but they seem to focus on my inability to form interpersonal relationships.
Tony Attwood: Patron Saint?
Denis Seguin has a son with Asperger's Syndrome. In his article, The Anti-Socialite: Living With An Asperger's Child, he identifies Tony Attwood as a Patron Saint for Asperger's Syndrome. His story is in the E-newsletter called The Walrus.
Seguin tells his story of how he and his wife discovered that their eldest son has Asperger's and what steps they have taken to help him with his situation. It is interesting to see the father's side of the story. A lot of articles I come across are from the mother's point of view.
Seguin tells his story of how he and his wife discovered that their eldest son has Asperger's and what steps they have taken to help him with his situation. It is interesting to see the father's side of the story. A lot of articles I come across are from the mother's point of view.
Sunday, August 10, 2008
RIP Isaac Hayes
Sad news to report: Soul Legend Isaac Hayes has died today. A relative found Hayes lying beside his treadmill at home unresponsive. He was declared dead an hour later at Baptist East Hospital in Memphis.
Isaac Hayes was a songwriter, musician, and actor. He did the voice of Chef on the TV cartoon show called "South Park." He was 65 years old.
He was just ten days shy of his 66th birthday (August 20).
RIP
I cried when I heard the news on the radio today.
"Theme from 'Shaft'" by Isaac Hayes (Live in concert 1973)
Isaac Hayes was a songwriter, musician, and actor. He did the voice of Chef on the TV cartoon show called "South Park." He was 65 years old.
He was just ten days shy of his 66th birthday (August 20).
RIP
I cried when I heard the news on the radio today.
"Theme from 'Shaft'" by Isaac Hayes (Live in concert 1973)
Saturday, August 9, 2008
Outside In Song of the Week
Happy Birthday,
Whitney Houston!
Whitney's hit the big 45 today (August 9, not 10. I know it's after midnight but some think it's still August 9). She dumped her husband, Bobby Brown, last year and has been very happy ever since. Good for her!
"How Will I Know?" by Whitney Houston
Whitney Houston!
Whitney's hit the big 45 today (August 9, not 10. I know it's after midnight but some think it's still August 9). She dumped her husband, Bobby Brown, last year and has been very happy ever since. Good for her!
"How Will I Know?" by Whitney Houston
George Taylor Morris Gets Promoted
Another former WZLX DJ George Taylor Morris is the host of XM's "Artist Confidential" and does the morning show on XM's "Deep Tracks." He just got promoted to Director of Original Programming.
XM recently merged with Sirius radio.
Congrats, George!
XM recently merged with Sirius radio.
Congrats, George!
Annalisa Making Waves in San Francisco!
Former Boston DJ Annalisa has been living and working out in San Francisco for more than a decade. She used to host a morning show at WZLX before the new owners took over the station in the mid-19902 and let her go. She grew up in Massachusetts and listened to Charles Laquidara on WBCN-FM.
I once met her after she left WZLX when she was doing weekends at WBOS-FM in 1994.
I always believed they made a major mistake when they let her go. In San Francisco, she is a popular midday disc jockey at KFOG.
Boston's loss is San Francisco's gain.
I once met her after she left WZLX when she was doing weekends at WBOS-FM in 1994.
I always believed they made a major mistake when they let her go. In San Francisco, she is a popular midday disc jockey at KFOG.
Boston's loss is San Francisco's gain.
Bullying: A New Health Issue
Dr. Jorge Srabstein wrote an interesting essay called "Bullying Now Seen as Health Issue." He is the medical director of the Clinic for Health Problems Related to Bullying at Children's National Medical Center in Washington, DC.
Bullying was bad to me while growing up in Washington, DC. I'm still suffering from its aftereffects. It seems a lot of children who were shy or have Asperger's Syndrome are easy targets for the bullies who also have severe psychological problems themselves.
I hope they come up for a cure for Bullying real soon.
Bullying was bad to me while growing up in Washington, DC. I'm still suffering from its aftereffects. It seems a lot of children who were shy or have Asperger's Syndrome are easy targets for the bullies who also have severe psychological problems themselves.
I hope they come up for a cure for Bullying real soon.
The U.N. To Be "Rudely Interrupted" this December
The six-piece band from Australia, Rudely Interrupted, will be embarking on a world tour in December at the United Nations. The group started only two years ago. It is a crowning achievement for the young band. They will be performing on International Day of People with Disabilities because five of the band's members have intellectual and physical disabilities.
Rory Burnside, the lead singer, was born with no eyes and has Asperger's Syndrome.
Check out their website: http://www.rudelyinterrupted.com/index.php
Rory Burnside, the lead singer, was born with no eyes and has Asperger's Syndrome.
Check out their website: http://www.rudelyinterrupted.com/index.php
Friday, August 8, 2008
Birthday Man
Happy Birthday,
Dustin Hoffman
Dustin was Rain Man, Marathon Man, Graduate Man, Drag Queen Man (Tootsie), Kramer Man, Ishtar Man, Mumbles Man, Fockers Man, Huckabees Man, Wag the Dog Man, Sleepers Man, Family Business Man, Salesman, President's Man, etc.
A Very Talented Actor!
Rain Man Trailer
A Scene from I Heart Huckabees
Dustin Hoffman
Dustin was Rain Man, Marathon Man, Graduate Man, Drag Queen Man (Tootsie), Kramer Man, Ishtar Man, Mumbles Man, Fockers Man, Huckabees Man, Wag the Dog Man, Sleepers Man, Family Business Man, Salesman, President's Man, etc.
A Very Talented Actor!
Rain Man Trailer
A Scene from I Heart Huckabees
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Just a Reminder: I Have a 2nd Blog
Just a reminder to everyone:
I have a second blog where I write about what's in the news (local, national, and international) and politics. It's called Uncommon Bostonian.
http://journals.aol.com/yechristian/uncommon-bostonian/
Check it out!
I have a second blog where I write about what's in the news (local, national, and international) and politics. It's called Uncommon Bostonian.
http://journals.aol.com/yechristian/uncommon-bostonian/
Check it out!
Monday, August 4, 2008
Future Prez Birthday
Happy Birthday
Barack Obama
Barack's in Boston tonight celebrating his 47th birthday.
Have Fun, Barack!
Barack Obama
Barack's in Boston tonight celebrating his 47th birthday.
Have Fun, Barack!
Get Well Soon, Morgan Freeman!
Last night, Oscar-winning actor Morgan Freeman was seriously injured in a car accident in the Mississippi Delta. The car he was driving had flipped several times and landed in an upright position in a ditch. He was taken to a hospital in Memphis, Tennessee, along with a woman who was in the car with him. He was conscious and joking when he was taken out of the car after the rescuers used the jaws of life to free him. Bystanders were taking pictures of the whole crash scene.
Freeman suffered a broken arm, broken elbow, and minor shoulder damage. He is in good spirits. The condition of his companion is unknown.
The 71-year old actor won an Oscar for Million Dollar Baby and is currently starring in The Dark Knight which is in the theatres.
I just saw The Dark Knight last night and enjoyed Morgan's performance as Lucius Fox, Bruce Wayne's right hand man at the Wayne Foundation.
Freeman suffered a broken arm, broken elbow, and minor shoulder damage. He is in good spirits. The condition of his companion is unknown.
The 71-year old actor won an Oscar for Million Dollar Baby and is currently starring in The Dark Knight which is in the theatres.
I just saw The Dark Knight last night and enjoyed Morgan's performance as Lucius Fox, Bruce Wayne's right hand man at the Wayne Foundation.
Saturday, August 2, 2008
Outside In Song of the Week
Another belated birthday...
Happy Birthday
Jerry Garcia
Jerry would have been 66 years old on August 1, but he passed away back in 1995 a few days after his 53rd birthday. His ill health (diabetes and other ailments) caught up with him.
Back in 1987, Jerry and his band, the Grateful Dead, had a Top 10 hit. It was their biggest hit ever.
Don't forget that the Ben & Jerry's ice cream flavor, Cherry Garcia, is named after him. They created this treat just before Jerry died.
"Touch of Grey" by The Grateful Dead
Happy Birthday
Jerry Garcia
Jerry would have been 66 years old on August 1, but he passed away back in 1995 a few days after his 53rd birthday. His ill health (diabetes and other ailments) caught up with him.
Back in 1987, Jerry and his band, the Grateful Dead, had a Top 10 hit. It was their biggest hit ever.
Don't forget that the Ben & Jerry's ice cream flavor, Cherry Garcia, is named after him. They created this treat just before Jerry died.
"Touch of Grey" by The Grateful Dead
Friday, August 1, 2008
Update: Serdula's Swim Across Lake Ontario
Jay Serdula who has Asperger's Syndrome successfully crossed Lake Ontario after doing a 41-hour swim to raise awareness. He reached the shore in Toronto at 3:10 a.m. on Wednesday. Right now, he is recovering from exhaustion, moderate hyperthermia, and aspirated pneumonia at St. Michael's Hospital.
Jay's body temperature has returned to normal and should be released from the hospital soon.
Great Job, Jay! Get Well Soon!
Jay's body temperature has returned to normal and should be released from the hospital soon.
Great Job, Jay! Get Well Soon!
Hans Asperger, Jr.
Age of Autism writer Dan Olmsted and fellow writer Mark Blaxill met up with the son of Hans Asperger in Vienna, Austria. Hans Asperger, Jr. spoke about what his father was like around children. Hans Jr. is one of four children of the famed Vienna doctor who wrote a paper of his discoveries in 1944, a year after Leo Kanner's paper.
Olmsted and Blaxill are doing research on a book about the natural history of autism and spent several days in Vienna.
Olmsted and Blaxill are doing research on a book about the natural history of autism and spent several days in Vienna.
Fat Cat!
A 44-pound cat was found as a stray in New Jersey this week. The huge feline has already appeared on "Regis and Kelly" because of his enormous weight. The cat was named "Princess Chunk" when found, but it's been learned that the cat is male and is named "Powder." His former owner had to give him up because her house went into foreclosure. She moved into a friend's house with her dog, but she couldn't keep her cat and other pets when she made the move. She gave him to a friend, but the friend's asthma made that arrangement impossible.
Powder is up for adoption now. That's one big pussy. The cat is 10 years old, but he didn't break any world records with his weight. The heaviest cat weights 47 pounds.
I'm looking for cat that's lighter than that.
Powder is up for adoption now. That's one big pussy. The cat is 10 years old, but he didn't break any world records with his weight. The heaviest cat weights 47 pounds.
I'm looking for cat that's lighter than that.
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