There are lots of crazy things on the Internet that make me laugh but when one can roll laughter and raising money for good causes together then I'm totally in. I normally don't plug stuff but this is something that I couldn't resist spreading the word about.
If you've never been to Fark.com it's a great site to get twisted headlines of real events around the world. A number of Fark's loyal readers decided to take something fake and turn it into something real.
To buy Vice-President Joe Biden a Trans Am!!
http://www.givejoethebird.com
Donations will be used to purchase the car and auction it off for charity. All proceeds will be distributed to the Biden Breast Health Initiative, Doctors Without Borders, the Wounded Warrior Project and GLAAD. Please visit the website for full details and all the laughter that goes with it.
While I'm at it I'm going to draw attention to the Leary Firefighters Foundation.
http://www.learyfirefighters.org/
After recently hearing stories about my grandfather who passed away before I was born and the things he did as a firefighter and as Chief made me appreciate firefighters even more. I can only imagine what it was like when my grandfather went to go see the departments first fire engine built. There was the story of him devising the first alarm system for the firefighters and the time he carried a young girl in his arms to the nearest hospital during a blizzard because the truck couldn't get through.
Every day firefighters are doing amazing things and sadly some departments don't have the resources they need to do their jobs. Please read more about the Leary Firefighters Foundation at the link above or check out more about your own local Fire Department.
Please know that I'm just bringing attention to the things and making a simple suggestion to check them out. I am in no way asking you to donate. I leave that decision up to you.
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
Friday, June 8, 2012
Video by Zenne
My friend Zenne does a lot of wonderful things. When she has a moment between her creative endeavours she makes her own dance/music videos. This is one of my favorites.
Rambling, Random Thoughts
My full-time job is keeping me rather busy these day. I come home dead tired and find I don't have any energy to turn on my laptop and edit a piece of writing I've been working on. I am still journal writing so at least I'm doing something.
I don't splurge much these days - who can? I did break down and buy a Kindle Fire. The verdict is still out on it. I've read two books so far! It's not a bad gizmo and has been a nice thing to have while wandering around the house. It does come in handy when you're describing something to someone and they have no idea what you're talking about. I can show a photo, a news story or share a piece of music. It sure beats firing up the laptop!
I'm actually thinking of buying one for my parents, both of whom do not own a computer but the Fire is simple to use. I had my father who admittedly prefers DOS over Windows, play around with my Kindle for 30 minutes. He didn't struggle with it at all once I showed him how it worked. He has an easier time using the Kindle than the cell phone I bought him.
I have not had time to explore music which is something I enjoy as most of you know. I have recently bought a CD by Sunstorm: Emotional Fire which is project of singer Joe Lynn Turner.
A friend thought I should give it a try. Thankfully, the music reviews of Classic Rock and Metal Hammer magazine keep me updated.
Speaking of music, I hope that Dave Mustaine of Megadeth is doing okay after being allegedly hit by a rock at a music festival in Croatia. Reports are mixed on whether he was hit in the head or if he was hit in the left hand. I sincerely hope he and the rest of the band are well. What happened is unfortunate and I feel bad for the Megadeth fans who could not enjoy a full set of great music.
Take care-
Maynard
I don't splurge much these days - who can? I did break down and buy a Kindle Fire. The verdict is still out on it. I've read two books so far! It's not a bad gizmo and has been a nice thing to have while wandering around the house. It does come in handy when you're describing something to someone and they have no idea what you're talking about. I can show a photo, a news story or share a piece of music. It sure beats firing up the laptop!
I'm actually thinking of buying one for my parents, both of whom do not own a computer but the Fire is simple to use. I had my father who admittedly prefers DOS over Windows, play around with my Kindle for 30 minutes. He didn't struggle with it at all once I showed him how it worked. He has an easier time using the Kindle than the cell phone I bought him.
I have not had time to explore music which is something I enjoy as most of you know. I have recently bought a CD by Sunstorm: Emotional Fire which is project of singer Joe Lynn Turner.
A friend thought I should give it a try. Thankfully, the music reviews of Classic Rock and Metal Hammer magazine keep me updated.
Speaking of music, I hope that Dave Mustaine of Megadeth is doing okay after being allegedly hit by a rock at a music festival in Croatia. Reports are mixed on whether he was hit in the head or if he was hit in the left hand. I sincerely hope he and the rest of the band are well. What happened is unfortunate and I feel bad for the Megadeth fans who could not enjoy a full set of great music.
Take care-
Maynard
Saturday, December 17, 2011
Busy Times
Hi Everyone,
I do deeply apologize for not blogging more often. I have spent much of 2011 working on a new book which is now available - Letters from Homer.
As usual, I have delved into a new writing project. I did a complete rough draft last month and now I'm sitting on it as there are certain sections that need to be fixed. I just haven't figured out how.
Music is a big part of my writing as it's always on in the background. Megadeth's new album was on constantly during my recent writing. It's a great album and everyone should give it a spin. On the topic of Megadeth, I have been listening to them since my high school days and can remember hanging out in my bedroom back in '87 listening to one of their albums. I do miss the days of vinyl records and liner notes! Anyway, a piece of history was made just a week ago when Metallica in celebration of their 30th Anniversary invited Dave Mustaine of Megadeth (he was a member of Metallica when they were first starting out) on stage to play a few songs he had written during his time with them.
As a long-time Megadeth fan, long-time metal fan in general, this was probably the most amazing thing to witness via video. It was Metal history in the making because no one thought such a thing could possibly happen. Honestly, it was a remarkable event and to see Mustaine playing along side James Hetfield was truly awe inspiring.
It was great to see Jason Newsted up on stage with the band too. After having been Metallica's bass player for about 14 years his energy is still the same. The four concerts at the Fillmore were indeed special and I hope, like a lot of others that a DVD is forthcoming.
Well, I best be going. I want to wish all of you a Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy New Year!
Love-
Maynard
I do deeply apologize for not blogging more often. I have spent much of 2011 working on a new book which is now available - Letters from Homer.
As usual, I have delved into a new writing project. I did a complete rough draft last month and now I'm sitting on it as there are certain sections that need to be fixed. I just haven't figured out how.
Music is a big part of my writing as it's always on in the background. Megadeth's new album was on constantly during my recent writing. It's a great album and everyone should give it a spin. On the topic of Megadeth, I have been listening to them since my high school days and can remember hanging out in my bedroom back in '87 listening to one of their albums. I do miss the days of vinyl records and liner notes! Anyway, a piece of history was made just a week ago when Metallica in celebration of their 30th Anniversary invited Dave Mustaine of Megadeth (he was a member of Metallica when they were first starting out) on stage to play a few songs he had written during his time with them.
As a long-time Megadeth fan, long-time metal fan in general, this was probably the most amazing thing to witness via video. It was Metal history in the making because no one thought such a thing could possibly happen. Honestly, it was a remarkable event and to see Mustaine playing along side James Hetfield was truly awe inspiring.
It was great to see Jason Newsted up on stage with the band too. After having been Metallica's bass player for about 14 years his energy is still the same. The four concerts at the Fillmore were indeed special and I hope, like a lot of others that a DVD is forthcoming.
Well, I best be going. I want to wish all of you a Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy New Year!
Love-
Maynard
Thursday, December 30, 2010
Greetings!
Hello everyone!
It's been a busy two years since my last post and no new published book to show for it even though I've got three stories in the pipeline. I am hoping that the one I have recently written finds it's way to a bookshelf somewhere.
As most of you know, I am a music junkie so the tunes are plentiful and most recently I have started my own radio station! Please visit Live365.com and search for Strike-A-Chord Radio as the station name. It's a mix of classic rock with a sprinkle of metal. It is a work in progress but I hope you enjoy it.
As I work on my current novel I'd just like to offer this thought to all of you, write a letter to someone you care about or send a card. In this day and age of e-mails, texting and all the other electronic gadgets we have available to communicate with each other, a handwritten letter says more to the person you care about about that all the gizmos. It may sound silly but it's not and I hope that some of you will take on my challenge.
THE CHALLENGE:
To send one handwritten letter/note or greeting card with a short message inside to someone that is important to you once a month.
It's a simple challenge which I think will produce some amazing results.
Take care-
Maynard
It's been a busy two years since my last post and no new published book to show for it even though I've got three stories in the pipeline. I am hoping that the one I have recently written finds it's way to a bookshelf somewhere.
As most of you know, I am a music junkie so the tunes are plentiful and most recently I have started my own radio station! Please visit Live365.com and search for Strike-A-Chord Radio as the station name. It's a mix of classic rock with a sprinkle of metal. It is a work in progress but I hope you enjoy it.
As I work on my current novel I'd just like to offer this thought to all of you, write a letter to someone you care about or send a card. In this day and age of e-mails, texting and all the other electronic gadgets we have available to communicate with each other, a handwritten letter says more to the person you care about about that all the gizmos. It may sound silly but it's not and I hope that some of you will take on my challenge.
THE CHALLENGE:
To send one handwritten letter/note or greeting card with a short message inside to someone that is important to you once a month.
It's a simple challenge which I think will produce some amazing results.
Take care-
Maynard