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'When Times Get Ruff': New 'Doodle' Book Benefits Ronald McDonald House Charities
It's hard to believe that we're already on the third installment of our Doodle Dog Book series. What started out as a dream by two high school friends has turned into something bigger than either of us could have ever imagined.
But Michele and I both believe that the real fulfillment in accomplishing a dream comes from giving it a purpose – and that's exactly what we've done, by donating 100% of our profits from sales of our first two books to worthy causes.
In keeping with this trend, all personal proceeds from sales of our brand-new book, "Doodle: When Times Get Ruff" will go to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio, a non-profit organization which provides a home away from home for families with seriously ill children staying and receiving treatment at nearby hospitals.
"Doodle: When Times Get Ruff" tells the story of Chloe, a young girl who faces uncertainty when her younger brother Christopher becomes ill. With help and love from both family and friends, Chloe is able to overcome her fear.
If you're already a fan of the first two books you'll notice the return of a few familiar characters, but with an added twist. You may also discover a few "easter eggs" that have been hidden somewhere within the text as well.
As an added bonus, from now until December 31st, Michele and I will be donating all future profits from sales of our first two books, "Doodle" and "Doodle Meets The Pound Pup" to RMHC of Central Ohio as well.
I had the pleasure of speaking with Mackenzie Schuler, the Marketing & Communications Coordinator for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio, to find out more about her job and what goes on at RMH. We hope that after reading this interview with Mackenzie and seeing all of the good work that she and the rest of the staff and volunteers at RMHC of Central Ohio do for their community, you will consider purchasing a copy of our book or helping us spread the word!
How did you become involved in non-profit work?
I grew up in Iowa with a family full of outdoors men. During my senior year in high school, my Grandpa was sitting up in a tree stand when it suddenly gave out. He fell fifteen feet and broke all of the vertebrae in his neck and back; completely shattering his spine. While he was in the hospital being treated my mom, grandma and aunt would all take turns staying either in his room or in the hospital waiting room. I remember they would be there for days on end and I got to see firsthand how draining it was for them to be in that environment and not have any break or an oasis to get away from it. I had originally intended to be a journalism major but that experience shifted my focus to non-profit work. I had two great internships while I was in college and fell in love with it.
What's the mission of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio?
Our mission is to serve the families of seriously ill children in central Ohio and we create, find and support programs that do just that. When a family checks in, we don't ask them to pay anything. That means we have a large gap that we have to makeup through fundraising.
People may already know what the Ronald McDonald House is, but we also have a number of other things – including the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile which is basically a traveling, pediatric doctor's office that goes around and visits kids who may not be able to get access to healthcare otherwise. It travels north to Mansfield all the way down to southern Ohio.
What's a typical day like for you?
Well, there is no "typical" day in a non-profit setting [laughs]. We get to wear many different hats. I remember one Saturday I was here and we were all unloading head boards. We don't hire anyone to do it for us. We do all of the work ourselves. So one day I might be meeting with a family to talk about their experience at RMH and the next day, I might be moving furniture or reupholstering chairs.
My main focus here though is being the Marketing and Communications Coordinator. I do all of our social media as well as all of internal and external communications. I also work directly with families to tell a story each month for our electronic newsletter. I'll work with our Family Services department to find a family who would be willing to talk about their experience and then tie it back to everyone who helps give their time, money and effort to the Ronald McDonald House.
What can you tell me about the recent expansion at RMH?
Currently, we have 80 guest rooms and have just added a 42-room expansion. With 122 rooms, it makes us the largest Ronald McDonald House in the world. It's really exciting. In addition to the rooms, we've also added things like a roof-top garden and a salon area. We have lots of common spaces for families to spend their time together and keep their lives as normal as possible in not so normal circumstances. We'll be having a Community Open House on Sunday, Sept 14th from 1-4pm. We want to use this opportunity to thank people for all of their support and want them to feel like they're a part of the project as well.
What are some of the ways people can help?
There are a number of ways you can get involved. When you visit our website you'll find a tab there that says "How You Can Help". It can be anything from volunteering regularly to making a meal or even collecting pop tabs.
Is there something that people might not know about RMH that you think they should be aware of?
One of the things people might not be aware of is that we rely 100% on donations from the community. We also have a very small staff, so in order to keep our facility running we have volunteers that are here from 9am – 9pm every day of the week. Our volunteers also help us save money. As an example, since we don't have a hired cleaning staff, our volunteers are the ones who keep our house spotless. It's because of their hard work that we're able to save over a million dollars a year.
What is the best part of your job?
There are so many great stories that are told every day here at the Ronald McDonald House. I love the mission and how no one is ever asked to pay. It's an amazing service provided to the community. One where the only thing the family has to be concerned about is helping their child heal. They don't need to focus on anything else. Only on what's important.
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New George Jones Tell-All Biography Sets The Record Straight On His Life, Career
It's hard to believe that it's already been a year since George Jones passed away. But a new tell-all biography by longtime friends Charlene and Peanutt Montgomery keeps Jones' memory alive as well as sets the record straight on the country music icon's life and career.
The Legend of George Jones: His Life And Death is a collection of stories that traces Jones' early years, five marriages (including one to another legendary artist – Tammy Wynette) and a career unequaled in the world of country music. From his humble beginnings playing guitar and singing on the streets of Beaumont, Texas, to his ascension to the Country Music Hall Of Fame, Jones' journey is told by the two people who knew him better than anyone.
George Jones was one of the most important and influential singers in music history and the voice behind many of country music's most enduring hits, including "He Stopped Loving Her Today", widely regarded as one of the greatest country singles of all time.
Peanutt Montgomery, co-author of the new book wrote 73 songs for George Jones and nine popular Jones / Montgomery hits are included on a CD that accompanies the book as well as two previously unreleased songs, newly recorded by some of country music's top players.
Although Jones himself never got a chance to read the finished book, the story remains for fans young and old to enjoy. I spoke with Charlene and Peanutt about the book and their memories of George.
What made you decide to write a book about George's life?
Charlene: I actually started writing the book about five years ago and knew even before then that I wanted to write one. In a way, I wrote it out of sympathy for George. A lot of bad publicity had come out about him over the years. People have this picture of George being a drunken musician and a bar room brawler, but that wasn't George at all. And although I wont deny that he did do some rough stuff, there were so many good things he did during his life that people never really knew about. He had such a good heart and was so good to people.
The stories in the book really make you feel like you're right there with George. What was the writing process like?
Charlene: I knew about George's childhood almost as if I had lived it with him. Only because I had heard him tell me about it so many times. He would always talk about things like his mother cooking and how wonderful it smelled. Or how he really missed things like listening to the wind whistling through the tall pines in the big thickets.
A lot has been said over the years about George and Tammy Wynette's marriage and their fights. Most of it tabloid fodder. Was a lot of their disputes over domestic issues?
Peanutt: Many of their fights had nothing to do with domestic issues. Sometimes, if Tammy would get a bigger royalty check or one of her songs went higher in the charts than George's it would aggravate him [laughs]. Even though they were both making money together, he often didn't look at it that way.
At what point do you remember seeing George at his lowest?
Charlene: The time he shot at Peanutt was probably the lowest I had ever seen him. At the time, he was terribly addicted to cocaine. All the years that we had spent with him, he suddenly became a man that we did not know. He got paranoid and didn't know who to trust. He didn't even trust himself.
Can you tell me about the time George first told you about "He Stopped Loving Her Today"?
Peanutt: One day George came by and asked me if I could help write on this song he had. Then he played me a demo tape of "He Stopped Loving Her Today". I told him that I couldn't write on that song without getting permission. Then he said, "Well, to me it doesn't sound like it's finished." So the two of us went out to eat to talk about it some more and at the time he was so messed up that he was dropping food on the table and would even lap his food off the table like a dog. That's when I knew I had to do something.
A few days later, I went down to the judge and told him that George was in danger of hurting someone or himself. The judge eventually had George committed for thirty days and I think that was the beginning of really helping him come out of his problems. But I'll never forget those days when he would try to get me to help him write on that song. Looking back now, I probably should have called up Bobby Braddock and Curly Putman ["He Stopped Loving Her Today" songwriters] and asked to help them with it! [laughs].
Do you have a good story about what it was like writing a song with George Jones?
Peanutt: I remember one time George was up in New York for a week or so and when he came back he said to me, "Peanutt? Old George is gonna be a hard act to follow!" I said, "George, that's a good title for a song!" At the time, George had a little concert piano in his living room. We both went in and started banging on it and wrote "A Hard Act To Follow". That was the song on the b-side of "He Stopped Loving Her Today".
What would you like people to remember most about George Jones?
Charlene: The thing that usually stands out is that George was a drinker, but he was also a common man who could relate to common people. I would like people to remember that George had a good heart.
Peanutt: I always put the spiritual world in with our lives. I claimed George Jones years ago and told him that he was going to be a Christian and was going to go to Heaven to be with God and all the rest of us one day. George would often question God, wondering how God could permit little children to be born crippled or people to grow old and be mistreated. I told him, "George, we don't know the answers to all of that, but just believe in the Lord."
There's an old saying in psychology that says there's something called a self-fulfilling prophecy. That if you say something over and over and believe it enough, it can come true. Be positive and look at the good side of life, even in the bad. I really believe that because I heard that on his death-bed, George accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his Savior.
Charlene: If there's one thing that George Jones taught me that was of great value, it happened back in the 1960's. He was mad at Jimmy Peppers, who was a songwriter he was working with. I remember he said, "I don't ever want to speak to that boy again!! Our friendship's over!!" Then a few weeks later I saw George laughing and cutting it up again with Jimmy Peppers. I took him off to the side and said "Hey, I thought you said you didn't want to have nothing to do with Jimmy Peppers?" He said, "Well Charlene…you can't ever hold a grudge!" So whenever I get into a situation like that, I always go back to the advice he gave me that day. It was way back when I first met George Jones, and I've never forgotten it.
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Against All Odds: Author / Humanitarian Joey Parker Discusses Inspirational New Book
Joey Parker was at a crossroads in his life. Growing up in a very conservative town in Idaho, he often struggled with his own personal identity and relationships as well as with college and his purpose in life. It wasn't until a trip to Africa that Joey was able to find his true calling. A passion to make a difference in the world that would result in the creation of an entire movement.
Today, Joey's humanitarian efforts have not only resulted in raising funds and awareness for those suffering in third world countries, but also for the major social and ecological issues here at home. Joey also regularly contributes articles and interviews highlighting the positive side of Hollywood for his own website as well as for MTV Act.
Joey's first book, The Joey Parker Movement: Against All Odds is an insightful collection of personal stories offering today's youth encouragement in overcoming life's obstacles. From dealing with anxiety to coping with heartache and death, the book is a primer for building a better perspective and world. With celebrity contributions from the likes of Denise Richards, Lisa Rinna, Kristin Cavallari and even a foreword by Paris Hilton, Joey's book is a story of one man's dream for the future and a how-to guide for living a better life.
I spoke with Joey about his inspiring new book and movement.
How did the idea for the book come about?
I always thought my story was unique and interesting and the idea of writing a book was something that was always on my bucket list. About two years ago, I reached out to a publishing company that was following me on Twitter and about a week or so later we had a conference call. They loved the idea and concept for it and the process began.
What was the writing process like for you?
I've never done anything like this before so I spent a lot of time writing at night, writing in coffee shops and going back and forth with my editors. It was a learning process, but such an amazing project to work on. In the book I talk about many different subjects that were tough for me to go through. I think it will really help other people come into their own as well.
A lot of celebrities made contributions to the book. Tell me a little about that.
All of my relationships in the book came about randomly through Twitter, interviews or through some of the work that I've done. I've maintained many of those relationships so when the opportunity came to reach out with the idea for the book, they all loved it and wanted to write-up pieces for it.
What made you decide to include the foreword by Paris Hilton?
Paris has such a unique voice. A lot of people tend to see her through a different lens (i.e. tabloids), but she's a smart entrepreneur who's grown such an incredible business empire. She's a fascinating person in pop culture and there's a lot of pop culture throughout the book. I really wanted to add her voice to the foreword.
What was the inspiration that started The Joey Parker Movement?
It was during a time when I was trying to decide what I wanted to do with my life and figuring out who I was as an individual. I decided that one of the things I wanted to do was go on a really big trip, so I went to Africa. While I was there I saw a whole other side of the world I never thought I would get to see. When I came back I knew I wanted to do something. I just wasn't sure what it was.
What did you do next?
I decided to start blogging and writing about the positive side of pop culture. I began writing articles, Tweeting and reaching out to celebrities for interviews. I wanted to show a different side of Hollywood. The positive side. There's so much negativity out there and people just tearing each other down. I want to embrace the good. That's where the theme of my website and book came about.
How would describe The Joey Parker Movement?
It's an evolving theme that's based on living with a positive attitude and embracing the good in life. For the website, it's about embracing the good in Hollywood and showing a different side that people don't often get to see.
What disappoints you the most about what's going on in the world today?
I am disappointed in the lack of compassion that so many politicians around the United States have when it comes to LGBT rights. I was just at a hearing in Boise, Idaho where I was able to talk with protestors who were urging Idaho politicians to "Add The Words" to the Idaho Human Rights Act (adding "sexual orientation" and "gender identity"). For months, activists went to the capital to protest yet politicians throughout Idaho once again ignored the people. After my visit to Boise, three LGBT teens committed suicide.
The time is now to speak up, and politicians need to wake up. We must begin to pass laws that protect our people. The youth of our country need support and I hope through my book the younger generation can find some extra hope that boosts them forward.
Consequently, what excites or encourages you about what's going on in the world today?
How passionate our generation is. I believe we are a unique generation that is ready to push toward a positive future. We truly are ready to make a difference. We are sick of the cycle we have seen in the past and are ready to take it into our own hands. We are vibrant go-getters ready to take on the obstacles we have ahead and pave our own ways.
What's the message you'd like people to take from reading your book?
Happiness is an inside job. Looking within ourselves may be scary, but it's facing our inner battles that unlocks the path toward true happiness.
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The Freezing Snowman: Author B. Hagen Discusses New Children's Book / Guitar Duel
Guitar fans already know about B. Hagen (The Commander-In-Chief) from the amazing guitar duel she recorded with Thomas Valeur. The video of the 24 year old Norwegian guitarist performing Pablo de Sarasate's Zigeunerweisen Op. 20 went viral and became one of Guitar World magazine's top viral videos of 2013. But Hagen's creativity goes well beyond the instrument. She's just released her first children's book, "The Freezing Snowman".
Written and illustrated by Hagen herself, this beautiful 46-page book tells the magical story about a snowman suffering from the elements and unable to help himself. For young readers, the story demonstrates not only the power of persistence, but also the rich rewards for helping those around them.
I spoke with Hagen about her book, the guitar duel and the other projects she's currently working on.
What made you decide to write a book?
Originally, I thought it would make a cool Christmas present for my younger siblings. But when the rest of the family figured out what I was up to, they all pushed for me to self publish it.
How did the idea for the story come about?
I was making a snowman with my two youngest siblings back in the winter of 2012. I remember needing a hat and a scarf for him so I asked my youngest brother Eric if I could borrow his. He was not at all interested in any of HIS things being used, so I told him that the snowman was freezing and desperately needed something to keep himself warm. That was how the idea of the Freezing Snowman was born.
What is the real story behind The Freezing Snowman?
It's about many things and can be interpreted in many different ways. At first, I was thinking it was about someone being utterly miserable; in a situation they cannot influence. The snowman is not really happy until he starts melting, which is obviously ironic. The kids hold on to him though, just like kids do when they have a pet that is suffering. It might be better for the snowman to "die", but that would be terrible for the children as they refuse to let go of who they love. They have given him an identity and perceive him as living. The mother of the children (who is a grown up) doesn't see this. That of course leaves the question of whether or not the snowman is alive or only exists in the imagination of the children. Ultimately, I think this book is about love.
How long did it take you to write and illustrate the book?
I started making the drawings during the winter of 2013. I showed them to my then 7-year-old brother just to see what he thought and he got very excited about the story and wanted more. The writing took me a bit longer, as I waited to get feedback from my 19-year-old brother and mother. I remember there was a major discussion in the family about the ending. I then re-did all of the illustrations later in the year using different materials. The original drawings were all made on cardboard, which I cut myself.
Do you come from an art background?
I do. I had my first exhibition when I was 13, when I was doing geometric abstraction. My big dream since I was 5 was to become a designer. I got accepted into my high school's advanced art program and later took classes with Linda Cohn and Kirsten Leenart at the Hyde Park Art Center. Everyone expected me to pursue a career in visual arts, but I took a 4 year break from art to focus on my music. I still design my own stage outfits and in late 2012 started doing art again. All of the illustrations in the book were made on Langton watercolour paper using Faber Castell watercolour pencils, Winsor & Newton Cotman Watercolours, Derwent Inktense Blocks and Staedtler pigment liners. I also used a variety of brushes and a very handy sponge!
Tell me a little about your Guitar Duel. How did you choose the song and how long did it take to prepare?
I grew up listening to classical music. Itzhak Perlman's recordings were always played, and the "Zigeunerweisen" was a personal favourite. It was my manager/mother (Elisabeth) and my idea to do a guitar recording of it. It took me 5 months to prepare and I even got injured: dislocating my collar-bone while practicing. But I always like a challenge, and it feels really good to be able to play such a fantastic song. I'm thrilled at how well it has been received!
What other projects are you working on?
I'm currently preparing for a new guitar duel with a very successful British based classical guitarist. We have picked two of the pieces already and will have our first rehearsal soon. As far as my solo career is concerned, I have another tv appearance at the beginning of next month. I'll get to play two of my original songs on "Good Morning Norway" and will also be interviewed. I'll also be performing at the Musikkmesse in Frankfurt, which I'm really looking forward to! And I was just a guest on the biggest Saturday night TV talk show in Norway. More than 600,000 people saw the program so that was very cool!
Do you see yourself writing more children's books in the future?
That would be great! I have tons of ideas for more stories, both picture books and morbid short stories for older children. Most of them, if not all are inspired by my siblings or my own childhood.
What satisfies you the most having completed your first book?
The illustrations look good in print! Now it's time to see what children think about it!
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In the U.S you can purchase a copy of the book here!
Beautiful Colors: Author Andrew Golub Discusses Unique Duran Duran Book
Author Andrew Golub is not your typical Duran Duran fan. Over the course of three decades, the Pacific northwest native has amassed a rather impressive arsenal of band memorabilia. It's a collection that includes everything from rare articles and artifacts to carefully restored posters and prints that document every chapter of Duran Duran history. Selections from Golub's archive have already been showcased in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Museum as well in an A&E Biography, two film documentaries and several public exhibitions.
Golub's 260-page book, "Beautiful Colors: The Posters of Duran Duran" presents an interesting perspective of the band's career as well as his own fandom. Through the use of full-color posters from 1978 to the present, Beautiful Colors documents the band's evolution through vintage artwork and stunning photography by Christine Born.
The book has received overwhelming praise from members of the fan community as well as from Duran Duran themselves, with keyboardist Nick Rhodes contributing a touching forward. Beautiful Colors is a book for any fan of Duran Duran or those with a penchant for 80's nostalgia. Moreover, the book is a true testament to the power of music.
I spoke with Golub about the book and his fascination of all things Duran Duran.
What was your primary motivation behind the Beautiful Colors book?
A book was always a possibility given the breadth of my collection and I've received many gentle urgings to produce something like this from friends and fans over the years. From exhibitions to my website, I strived to make my collection more accessible to the global fan community as well as the band. Due to their sheer size, posters tend to be the most dramatic category in the archive and the type of memorabilia I feel most proud of. So the concept behind Beautiful Colors felt like a natural decision.
How did you determine which pieces to include?
Since the collection is bursting with treasures, selecting posters for inclusion was a challenge. But once I decided to focus only on official promotional posters (from record companies, concert venues, etc), the choices became clear. Posters are designed to capture attention and ignite the imagination. They represent memories and milestones, for the band as well as the fans. I feel as if I'm working to preserve history through a medium that would otherwise be lost in time. My book may commemorate Duran Duran's history, but the memories on each page belong to fans around the world.
When did your love of Duran Duran begin?
The first strains of Fab Five Fever nestled into my DNA when I was 13 – the later part of 1984. The combination of charismatic photo sessions, captivating videos, and spectacular, memorable music was all it took to activate my inner Duranimal. My days were soon filled with trips to supermarket magazine racks, brainstorming on how to fund purchases of DD material and of course, taking good care of the items in my growing collection. Hard to believe there was a point when my whole collection fit inside my bedroom. A fortunate thing since my mother refused to build an annex on to the house for memorabilia maintenance [laughs].
What was it about their music that really interested you?
Nick's soaring keyboard arrangements against Roger's rock-solid beat, John's velvety funk-infused bass, Andy's electrifying guitar licks, and Simon's lush, wonderfully cryptic lyrics. Every song offered something fresh and exciting with each new listen. "Seven and The Ragged Tiger" was my first album, launching a full, swift occupation of my senses. The synthesized rapture of "The Reflex" captured my imagination first, followed by the harmonized bliss of "New Moon on Monday," and the rest of the record overwhelmed with awesome. I found Duran Duran's music stayed with me long after I stopped listening, and I felt myself yearning for more—discovering other albums, learning about the members, and essentially assembling a portrait of the artists behind my favorite tunes. The music was my gateway drug.
What made you decide to start collecting pieces of Duran Duran memorabilia?
Being attracted to Duran Duran's strong visual style, acquiring memorabilia seemed like a natural direction. Photos offered glossy, handsome images and magazine articles were often accompanied by fan-friendly, full-page pin-ups. But posters took Duran Duran's exciting, photogenic persona to an even higher plane. While I've enjoyed filling out the archive with many odd and fascinating artifacts, the posters have always been the heart of my collection and the clearest visual representation of Duran Duran's professional history.
How do you acquire pieces for your collection?
Much of my effort revolves around careful networking, reaching out to those within the concert promotion industry and building credibility with my archive. The biggest challenge comes with every new tour, when the whole world becomes a potential harbor for poster production. That is also when I become most aware and appreciative of all the wonderful friends and fellow fans keeping me in mind across the globe!
Do you have a particular favorite?
Without picking a single, most prized item, I would highlight the posters I've been able to find from the band's earliest chapters. Whether testing new material in Birmingham clubs, cutting their teeth as a support act or exploring their New Romantic roots, Duran Duran's formative years remain the most elusive to document through posters. I have moments of quiet incredulity and deep pride when I look at the first chapter of my book, populated with more posters than I ever expected to include.
Have you ever gotten to meet the band?
I have met the band on several occasions and each encounter has been intensely meaningful and ingrained as a life highlight. Every time I am fortunate enough to meet Duran Duran I am reminded of why I do what I do, why the band deserve nothing less than absolute lifelong celebration and I walk away with renewed commitment to my archival work.
What's your favorite Duran Duran song? Album?
I was introduced to Duran's sound through the Ragged Tiger album, particularly "The Reflex". That record and single will always occupy a premium spot for me. However, Rio is bursting with some of my biggest faves. Especially "Lonely In Your Nightmare", "Save A Prayer" and "Hold Back The Rain". Timeless classics which never fail to elevate my heart rate, tap my emotions, and transport me to a very happy place. In the band's recent years, All You Need Is Now is nothing short of crazy-awesome, having re-captured the same visceral, joyous feel that got me hooked in the first place! "Runway Runaway", "Blame The Machines" and the title track are pure brilliance that I enjoy down to the molecular level.
What has the band had to say about your book?
The band has been incredibly supportive through Twitter and Facebook, and after a recent trip to present the book to Duran's management in New York I learned the band assessed Beautiful Colors as "magnificent." It was important to create something that both the band and the fans could be proud of. In addition to charting the band's history, I set out to honor the bond between the band and their faithful following as well as my own connections within the global fan community. This passion is a powerful common thread we all share, and I feel blessed to be part of something so special, enduring and so much bigger than myself.
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Beautiful Colors: The Posters of Duran Duran Click Here!
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(38 minutes in): Click Here
Bobbi Brown Discusses New Book: Dirty Rocker Boys
She's been a model, video vixen, rock star wife and a reality TV star. But Bobbi Brown has taken things to an entirely different level as published author. The ex-wife of the late Warrant vocalist Jani Lane is dishing the dirt about the LA scene in her new tell-all book, "Dirty Rocker Boys: Love And Lust On The Sunset Strip."
In it, Brown talks about her journey from Louisiana beauty queen to the glamorous life of LA. From her early modeling career and time spent on TV's Star Search to how she became the infamous "Cherry Pie" girl in the Warrant video of the same name.
Brown also pulls no punches when it comes to detailing her sometimes stormy relationships with Lane, Tommy Lee (Mötley Crüe), Dave Navarro (Jane's Addiction) and even a young Leonardo DiCaprio; often going into vivid detail about the sex, drugs and debauchery that ran amok in the 90's. Her book is a roller-coaster ride of emotion and a refreshingly quick read. More importantly, it's an open and honest look at the life of a Louisiana girl who's come full circle.
In addition to the release of Dirty Rocker Boys: Love And Lust On The Sunset Strip, Brown's reality show along with other fellow rock ladies has just completed a second successful season. I spoke with her about the book as well as her relationship with Lane and the close circle of friends that's become known as the Ex-Wives of Rock.
What made you decide to write a book?
I had read about a dozen or so rock books that I had been mentioned in. As I was reading the stories I just remember thinking, "Well, that's not exactly right." I felt the stories were more serving the ones who wrote them and weren't really being accurate or honest. So I thought I would do a retort, but also have it be what life was like on the scene from a woman's perspective.
What was the writing process like?
Caroline [Ryder] and I met and hit it off right away. She really got my sense of humor and what I was looking for and came back with the best perspective of my voice. There would be times where she would come over and we'd stay up all night just talking stories. I couldn't have asked for better ghost writer. I wanted it to be realistic and for the reader to feel like they were one of my friends and I was talking to them about it.
After you arrived in LA, did you think that you would be immune to the drugs, sneaking around and cheating?
I think that when you get into a situation like I was in, you always sort-of believe in the back of your mind that somehow you're "special" and that's not going to happen to you. But that's delusional. And the thing is it's not even personal, but I think it's the nature of the beast when it comes to dating a musician.
It's been discussed that Jani's time with Warrant was strained due to his addiction. What was his relationship like with other members of the band while you were with him?
They all got along well and never really had any serious rifts. It was "party scene-ish" and just very social. There were no serious emotional bonds or loyalties that I witnessed. In the same respect, they had known each other for quite a while and had history together. That's why I was a little bothered after Jani passed that they didn't make a bigger deal about it. I took that personally. I do know that he put them through a lot of grief, but I think that was part of his illness and addiction.
You mentioned your regret for not being there much for your daughter Taylar while she was growing up. Is there anything else you regret?
You know, I could actually sit here and say that I have a little bit of regret about all of the decisions that I've made. Looking back, you can always say things like '"Hey, maybe I should have done this differently or tried a little bit harder." But I'm really grateful every day for what I have and I think that has a lot to do with the way things are going for me now. I've also learned that the more grateful you are, the less sad you are.
Did you discover anything else about yourself after you finished writing the book?
It was very cathartic. I didn't go into it imagining that it would end up being therapeutic, but going through all of these stories opened up a lot things that I had suppressed over the years. Some of which I never really had any closure with. It was a nice release.
Let's talk a little about "Ex-Wives of Rock". What's your relationship really like with the girls on the show?
Believe it or not, it's exactly what you see on camera. We've known each other for more than 20 years so it's very much like a family. We may have our battles, but it's never a situation where one of us will say "I hate you and I'm never going to speak to you again!" We may fight and argue but at the end of the day, we all care for each other.
Have any of the people you talked about in the book approached you to refute your side of things?
Knock on wood… Not yet! [laughs]. What I will say though is that it's my own perspective of my story and I was very honest and open about it. I might have said things that some people didn't want discussed or talked about, but it's my life too. It is what it is. My favorite thing to say is "If you didn't want anyone to find out about it, then maybe you shouldn't have done it!" [laughs].
What advice would you give to people who might want to follow in your foot steps?
Don't just think that you're going to go out to LA and "give it a shot." That kind of attitude just won't fly. That's when you can get caught up in the mistrust and be side tracked by opportunists. Make sure that it's something you're really passionate about and driven to do. It's a crazy city and everyone here is here for a reason.
Is there a message you'd like people to take from reading your book?
I don't want people to come away from it feeling sorry for me. When they finish the book, I want them to feel that my life has come full circle and maybe say "Good for her!" I want them to feel good about what they've read. I also don't want them to feel like I was a victim, because I wasn't. All of my life experiences were my own choice.
No one made me do any of the things I did. But in the end, they all made me the person that I am today.
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Doodle Meets The Pound Pup
It wasn't long after finishing our first children's book together [Doodle], that Michele Quinn and I started pondering ideas for a second story. What we didn't know at the time was that our next book about the adventures of a little girl and her dog would be one of both love and loss.
The story of 'Doodle Meets the Pound Pup' is a very personal one for Michele as Cocoa, the guest star of this installment of Doodle books, was the Quinn family's very own dog.
While the timeline and some details have been arranged to fit the "Doodle" theme, the heart of the story is quite true. Cocoa was adopted by the Quinns two days before Michele's birthday, so they were especially close, as Cocoa was her special birthday gift.
Cocoa had spent her first years of life chained outdoors with another dog and by the time the animal rescue had her in their care, she was already afraid of men, had hip dysplasia, as well as separation anxiety.
Through no fault of her own, Cocoa was shifted to six different foster homes over the next six months, the last of which having her back outside on a large run.
The Quinns traveled for hours to bring Cocoa from Amish country back to their home in Eastern Ohio, never once regretting the decision to take her home (even after a $400 vet bill on her second full day with the family!)
Cocoa spent the next eight and a half years with her new family, who loved her deeply. Sadly, she began to suffer kidney failure at the end of March and the Quinns had to make the heartbreaking decision to end her suffering. She is now running free, finally catching up with the squirrels and bunnies that she loved to chase.
In keeping with our theme of giving back, from now until December 31st Michele and I will be donating 100% of the profits we receive from sales of "Doodle Meets The Pound Pup" to The Center For Animal Health & Welfare, a no-kill shelter located in our hometown of Easton, Pennsylvania.
For more information on "Doodle Meets The Pound Pup" and to keep up with future book signings and events, be sure to check out our website by Clicking here
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Doodle Book Contest
Earlier this year, Michele Quinn and I released our very first children's book, "Doodle". Shortly after it's release, we decided to donate all profits from the book to the daughter of Michele's friend, who was ill and in need of a bone marrow transplant. 100% of the monies we received as profit were used to help offset the family's medical bills as well as raise awareness of Aplastic Anemia; the disease the daughter had been diagnosed with.
Now it's time to put out a call to all faithful readers of this blog. Michele and I are nearing the final stages of completing our next book, Doodle Meets the Pound Pup – a rhyming story that centers around topics that aren't discussed much, but ones that are very important.
In order to help us decide which Animal Shelter or Rescue Organization to donate proceeds from sales of the new book to, we need to hear from you!!
If you know of or represent a worthy Animal Shelter or Rescue Organization, we're asking you to please write in and tell us which organization you feel is most deserving, but even more importantly… why you believe so. We'll choose one entry that we feel best explains their cause to receive our donation.
The winner of the contest will also receive two signed copies of the new book; one for you and one for the winning shelter or rescue group!
To submit your entry, post it on our Facebook page
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If you don't have an organization to nominate, please consider sharing or Tweeting this article so we can get the word out.
More information on "Doodle Meets the Pound Pup" as well as a release date will be made soon. Thanks in advance for your help!
Doodle Book Signing
When I arrived, the line had already stretched out the door and seemed like it just went on for miles. I remember at the time being filled with so much emotion that for a split second I actually considered just turning around and going back.
And that was just the line at the Starbucks….
Seriously, it was one of the best days ever. Yesterday, Michele Quinn and I signed copies of "Doodle" together for the very first time. It's the book the two of us had spent the better part of a year working on together. If you've been a regular reader of this blog, you probably already know the story. But if you'd like to read about it again, Click Here.
Michele had driven all the way in from Ohio to spend the afternoon signing copies of the book with me at The Moravian Book Shop; a Bethlehem bookstore that was founded in 1745 and is considered the oldest in the country. If you're ever in the area, I highly suggest you check it out.
One of the coolest parts of the day actually happened even before we arrived at the bookstore. Prior to heading off to the signing, Michele finally had the opportunity to meet the "star" of the book she's been doodling about for months (See Pic above).
Any new author will tell you they're nervous before their very first book signing and for me, this was no exception. I suppose the biggest fear is going in with every intention of leaving with writer's cramp from signing your name, but believing you'll end up just sitting there alone at your table. But shortly after we arrived, an elderly gentleman came up to our little kiosk and inquired about the book. He browsed through it and listened to us discuss what it was about and wound up buying two copies for his grandchildren. With that "first sale" weight off our shoulders so quickly, the rest was a piece of cake.
There may not have been a line out the door, but over the next two hours Michele and I saw a steady stream of people. Some locals were just looking, while others happened to stumble upon us and wanted to hear the story and buy a copy of the book. We also had a mother come in with her teenage son who had just gotten back from a nature conservation camp and wanted to buy a copy. And then there were the friends and former classmates who came by to offer support and have their own copies signed.
To some it might have seemed like a small event, but for us this really was a really big deal. Especially when you consider the fact that Michele and I wrote this book without seeing each other at all. In fact, yesterday was the very first time we were together since we decided to write it. Everything from brainstorming ideas to illustrating to revisions were all done via email, Facebook and texting.
When the signing was over, Michele and I did what friends and classmates often do: hopped in the car and literally took a stroll down memory lane. We got in my car with another friend and drove past some of our old schools and "stomping" grounds. Places we used to frequent as kids growing up, and many of which Michele hadn't seen in years. It was yet another surreal moment.
I guess the moral of this particular story is that dreams do come true, but sometimes in unexpected ways. Back in 1988, the only dream I had was becoming the next Bon Jovi. So if you would have told me back then that 25 years later I'd be sitting in a bookstore signing copies of a children's book I had written with Michele, I would have thought you were nuts. But now, if given the option of stadium touring or writing books with one of the best people I know, I'll choose the latter every time.
Juke Box Hero: Lou Gramm Discusses New Autobiography and Foreigner
Former Foreigner vocalist Lou Gramm pulls no punches in his new autobiography, Juke Box Hero.
In the book, which was co-written with Scott Pitoniak, Gramm leads readers on a journey from his humble beginnings in Rochester, New York, to the biggest stages in the world. He recounts his stint with Black Sheep, plus the ups and downs of working with guitarist Mick Jones in the band that made him famous.
From the diagnosis that nearly took his life to his solo career success and fascination for muscle cars, Gramm's book is an honest portrayal of self-reflection from one of the greatest voices in rock history.
I had the pleasure of speaking with Gramm to discuss Juke Box Hero and get his thoughts on being inducted with Jones into the Songwriters Hall of Fame on June 13th.
You Can read my complete Guitar World interview with Lou by Clicking Here!


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Below we plot the first dimension DW-NOMINATE Common Space scores of the presidents in the post-war period, which we refer to as the "presidential square wave" due to its shape. DW-NOMINATE is a statistical procedure that estimates the ideological positions of members of Congress based on their roll call voting records. In the Common Space procedure, members of Congress who have served in both the House and the Senate are used as "bridges" to estimate scores that are comparable between the two chambers over time. First dimension scores represent the standard liberal-conservative spectrum in American politics, with increasingly positive scores indicating greater conservatism, increasingly negative scores greater liberalism, and the "0" position denoting the dead ideological center. Presidents are included in DW-NOMINATE scaling by using their "votes" on a subset of roll calls on which the president announces a position on legislation before Congress (measured through CQ Presidential Support Scores).
We find that President Obama is the most ideologically moderate Democratic president in the post-war period, with a first dimension DW-NOMINATE Common Space score of -0.329. President Lyndon Johnson, the second-most moderate Democratic president in this period, has a score of -0.345. President Obama's ideological position is estimated from his "votes" (statements of support or opposition) on 282 congressional roll call votes. This amount is somewhat low; for example, President George W. Bush "voted" 453 times during his last term in office. However, it is adequate to recover his latent ideological score.
Among members of the 112th Congress, President Obama is ideologically closest to Rep. Jim Moran (D-VA), whose score is -0.328. President Obama is also proximate to Senators Bob Casey (D-PA, -0.332), Kent Conrad (D-ND, -0.326), the recently deceased Daniel Inouye (D-HI, -0.331), and Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH, -0.317). Among Democratic Congressional leaders, President Obama is to the left of Senate Majority Leader Sen. Harry Reid (D-NV, -0.304), and to the right of House Minority Leader Rep. Steny Hoyer (D-MD, -0.395), Senate Majority Whip Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL, -0.401), and House Majority Leader Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-CA, -0.530). Interestingly, President Obama has a nearly identical score to former Senate Democratic Leader Sen. Tim Daschle (D-SD, -0.328), whom President Obama had initially nominated for Secretary of Health and Human Services after controversy over unpaid taxes.
Our results may seem surprising to those who consider President Obama among the most — even the most — liberal president of the post-war era. We would respond with a couple of observations. First, President Obama has tacked to the right on many national security and foreign policy issues. For example, President Obama — who once opposed FISA (The Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act ) — recently supported and signed legislation a five-year extension of the program. Drone strikes — certainly not a source of liberal enthusiasm, even if vocal opposition from the left has been absent under President Obama — have been central to foreign policy during the Obama administration. Furthermore, while foreign policy issues come up relatively infrequently in congressional roll call voting, they constitute a greater proportion of the votes on which the president (i.e., the commander in chief) announces a position.
Second, personal or symbolic factors are not captured in roll call data. DW-NOMINATE scores are estimated only from roll call voting records, and so perceptions of President Obama — for instance — that he is a polarizing president or is aloof towards Republicans are not considered (though, of course, because congressional Republicans have become increasingly conservative, a wide policy distance from them does not necessitate strident liberalism).
We note that there are other ways to quantify latent ideological positions; for example, research by Adam Bonica indicates that President Obama has a donor base that would place him further to the ideological left. However, based on President Obama's announced positions on actual legislation, we find that he is closer to the ideological center than any president since LBJ.


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Ambitious FA Vase semi-finalists King's Lynn have launched a transfer bid for Lowestoft's Sam Gaughran. Picture: ANGELA SHARPE
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King's Lynn have launched an audacious double transfer bid for Lowestoft's ex-Linnet Sam Gaughran and Stamford centre back Paul Malone.
Town joint boss Kevin Boon confirmed on Thursday lunchtime the club has approached the higher league duo with cash offers for the pair. Lynn have also tabled a seven day approach for Thetford's in demand frontman Matt Blake after his impressive display in Thetford's Norfolk Senior Cup semi-final defeat at The Walks recently.
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MACKAGE TAKES MANHATTAN Find Your Mack-Dreamiest Winter Coat! Limited Run Pop-Up Boutique!
Aug 31, 2009 Author: Katie Lara | Filed under: Fashion, NYC ActivitiesDon't even get me started on my faveeeeeeeee jacket brand eva! Usually I have to visit every boutique in Manhattan to ensure that I see each and every beauteous jacket these guys have to offer before I make my purchase but for the month of September they'll all be under one glorious roof!
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Criminal Justice
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Research & Commentary: Undermining a Successful Spectrum Auction System
The increasing number of wireless devices, including cell phones, tablets, and laptops, has made wireless airspace a hot commodity. This airspace, known as spectrum, is a limited resource.
Research & Commentary: National Infrastructure Bank
The Obama administration recently made the establishment of a National Infrastructure Bank part of its proposed budget.
The Disgraceful Episode Of Lysenkoism Brings Us Global Warming Theory
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Research & Commentary: Proposed Reforms Undermine Medicare Part D's Success
Medicare Part D, the Medicare prescription drug benefit for low-income seniors, has been one of the few entitlement success stories since it was passed in 2003.
Research & Commentary: Michigan Common Core
The Michigan legislature is considering in its 2014 budget a measure that would prohibit the state department of education from using public funds to implement Common Core, national education stand
The Leaflet - Is Arkansas' "Private Option" Plan a Game Changer?
Yesterday, the Arkansas legislature approved a Medicaid waiver request to allow for a "private option" version of expansion.
Research & Commentary: Online Taxes, Legislative Update
Early this week Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid began the process of pushing to the


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A new platform is announced and new screenshots are released
Category: Upcoming Release
Written on August 30, 2013
Developed by Spiders Games
Published by Focus Home Interactive
Platform: Windows, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, XBox 360
News - August 29, 2013
In Bound by Flame, you play a mercenary possessed by a flame demon. As a victim of this demonic influence, you'll have to choose between relinquishing some of your soul and accepting the powers offered by your host, or rejecting demonic influence and developing your own talents in order to retain some of your humanity.
Characters can be customized, although a character's appearance is subject to change as a result of demonic incluence.
Engage in dynamic real-time battles. Fight impressive creatures such as shadow dragons, liches, undead and ice creatures.
In some chapters, the game's scenarios will unfold according to your choices and your level of demonic influence. This contributes to replayability.
So which path will you take? Will you lust after the demon's power and magic, or favor combat skills and bravery?


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Karma joined the DC Coalition Against Domestic Violence (DCCADV), as Executive Director in 2010. As the membership agency for the twelve primary purpose domestic violence agencies in the District, DCCADV provides leadership to all sectors of the Washington, DC Community to respond effectively to the needs of domestic violence survivors and their children. The coalition works to strengthen city-wide domestic violence prevention and intervention efforts.
From 2000 through 2010, Karma was employed at the National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV). As the Vice President of Policy and Emerging Issues, she directed the agency's policy agenda as well as, supervised NNEDV's state coalition and housing technical assistance projects. She worked closely with national policy partners to strengthen federal legislation to effectively respond to the needs of all domestic violence survivors. Ms. Cottman also worked with federal agencies to enhance violence against women programming. She provided training and technical assistance to state and territorial domestic violence and dual domestic violence and sexual assault coalitions across the nation.
Since 1994, Karma, who is a Washington D.C. native, has worked with numerous national partners to address emerging issues in domestic violence service provision and sits on several national committees. Prior to joining NNEDV, Karma served as the co-director of the Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence Rural Diversity Initiative. In this capacity, she assisted with the development of a community assessment tool used to identify service gaps in numerous local Florida communities. Karma currently serves on the steering committee of the Institute on Domestic Violence in the African Community and the Policy Partnership for Communities of Color.
Andrea is a community organizer, trainer and women's rights advocate. After 5 years of training and outreach expertise, Andrea currently serves as the Advocacy and Communications Specialist with the DC Coalition Against Domestic Violence. She runs the coalition social media channels, provides training and technical assistance to local victim service providers, government agencies and community-based organizations. A community builder, she's worked to bring together domestic violence and other social service providers across the District of Columbia for the Spread Love DC, an annual Domestic Violence Awareness Month campaign that encourages the city to raise one collective voice to end domestic violence. In her spare time, Andrea serves on the Board of the DC Abortion Fund, as well as the Executive Committee of the Women's Information Network (WIN).
Jennifer has served as the Financial and Operations Director at the DC Coalition Against Domestic Violence since 2007. As Director, she is responsible for the overall management and operations of the finance, accounting, and administrative functions of the Coalition; including planning and budgeting, audit and internal controls, financial report preparation, and general controllership.
With 20 years of experience, she has devoted the last ten years to working with non-profit organizations. Prior to joining the Coalition, she served as: Revenue Agent with the Internal Revenue Service, Accounts Payable and Senior Accountant with the Lab School of Washington, Senior Accountant with the House of Ruth, and Senior Accountant with Turner and Lehrfeld, LLC.
Tamaso joined the Coalition in late 2012 as a Law Fellow and is currently a Policy Attorney. As a member of the policy team at the Coalition, Tamaso's work focuses on local legislative initiatives and systems change advocacy as well as technical assistance to Coalition member programs and allied organizations. Tamaso is a graduate of the George Washington University Law School where he participated in the Domestic Violence Project clinic and was active in the leadership of the GW Feminist Forum. Originally hailing from Seattle, WA, Tamaso received his B.A. in International Studies from the University of Washington. In addition to his work at DCCADV, he currently volunteers with WomensLaw.org, a free email hotline providing support and referrals on domestic violence and family law issues.
Liz is the Training and Outreach Director at the DC Coalition Against Domestic Violence where she is responsible for designing, facilitating and evaluating trainings for Coalition Members, law enforcement, government agencies and community based organizations on domestic and sexual violence and stalking. Liz obtained her Master's Degree in International Training and Education from American University in 2003 and has trained internationally for Afghan domestic violence service providers. Additionally, Liz is the Co-Founder of Public Spectacle, a nonprofit organization working to raise awareness about dating and domestic violence and in the fall of 2011, Liz testified for the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on Sexual Assault in the Peace Corps. Past positions include Domestic Violence Systems Advocate and Educator at the Women's Center and Program Officer in the Global Health, Population and Nutrition Department at the Academy for Educational Development. Liz was a Peace Corps Volunteer in Guyana and spent her junior year of high school as an exchange student in Venezuela.