So often I see celebrities at charity functions. And being an intelligent person, I realize that at least some of it is for publicity. It looks good to have an artist show their altruism. And I know that some celebrities just get their pictures taken, take a couple of calls, answer a few questions. You know, basically whisk in and whisk out. I've wondered just what impact they make.

And now I know.

The following is an excerpt from a blog written by family members of a boy being treated at Boston's Childrens' Hospital. It brought me to the tears I am now shedding. Tears of empathy for Cody and his family. Tears of embarrassment for feeling so jaded. Sometimes these "photo ops" touch hearts. They make a difference even if it's just for a moment.

It was just so beautiful and really spoke to me. This has been a difficult time and we often aren’t completely in touch with our emotions about it. I find myself being strong at the hospital and then crying at commercials. This time, I was crying right there in the hospital for the reasons that I was actually hurting. Just so real.

Read the rest of the blog here:

Maybe you can help Cody in your way ....like Jason Castro did.





Photo courtesy of Life Magazine

More photos here

Prior to going to the show in Tucson on Saturday, Feb 20th, I had decided I was only going to film Jason's performance of If I Were You. Mostly because I just wanted to enjoy the show. And that song, because I love it so much. Boy was I glad I decided to record it.

This is classic stuff!!

Enjoy my laughter and singing along with Jason. LMAO

Amidst the controversy and confusion of canceled tour stops and scheduled tv appearances, Jason, the MAN, does not fail to impress us. This is not a man who tolerates criticism he does not feel he deserves. He is no shrinking violet. And while all his fans rush in to defend him against all the fans who have seemingly turned on him (out of disappointment, no doubt), Jason, the man, takes care of business. He sets the record straight with sincerity, humor and.... pardon my French, balls.

This is the Jason Castro that Jason's Goth Girls love, support and are hopelessly head-over-heels for. This is our man. *sigh*

I just had to.



Mtv.com has 9 more glorious pictures of Jason. Check them out here.

photos by: Michele Crowe and Liza Chrust

Thanksgiving. Traditionally, a time to gather with family and friends to give thanks for all the blessings we have received in the recent year. It is still a time to share a table with loved ones and to share God's bounty. But traditions evolve and so I find myself give thanks in a new way today.

I have been blessed, during the past year and a half, to meet and get to know some remarkable people. Some of them remain "on-line friends" but many others have become the dearest of friends in real life. I know I would never have met them in another place and time. They live across this country and around the planet. Because of them, my world has gotten a little bit smaller and my life has become far richer. And for this, I give thanks.

So why here? What does this have to do with Jason Castro? It is simply because, for whatever reason, we all saw a man, an artist, that struck a special chord in us. He is our common thread.

And so Jason, I do give thanks for you. While you were following your own path, lives were being changed, and for the better. I know mine has been.

I wish all of you the happiest of times. Appreciate every moment. I love each and every one of you.

Colleen


(Such. a. sap.)

The first leg of Jason Castro's tour has been announced. He's partnering with Matt Hires in January and February for the State Line Tour.


For the schedule, click here.

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Lucky bitches

It appears the twitter drought may be over. Looks like someone got to Jason and told him that he needs to tweet more. He must've taken their advice. He's been tweeting like a fool the last two days and boy, are we grateful. Keep it up, Jason.

And yes, I am gonna gloat for a minute... I finally got my tweet. And not only was it a reply to me, but it was a tweet where the Goth Girls were mentioned.

He also replied to our very own cba today! Happiness all around.

If you're not already, follow Jason on twitter: www.twitter.com/jasoncastro

This was worth a blog post, right?