When the Hospital Became Our Home Christmas has always been a sacred time for our family, but this year, our traditions took an unexpected turn. Instead of gathering around the tree in our living room to celebrate the birth of our Savior, we found ourselves gathered in the family room of the Madison hospital. While the setting was different, the spirit of the season has … Continue reading A CHRISTMAS TO REMEMBER
I’m a man of many passions, but two stand above the rest: the Minnesota Vikings and my faith in Jesus. I’ve been a die-hard Vikings fan since I was a little boy, and a follower of Christ since I turned 28. Usually, these two loves coexist peacefully on a Sunday in the fall: I go to church, then come home in time for the noon … Continue reading WHAT WOULD JESUS DO?
The Lac qui Parle County Fair never disappoints! I always enjoy attending, and the fair board does a fantastic job putting on a great event. This year was especially memorable, and I wanted to share some of the highlights. I kicked off Thursday with my live broadcast of the Garden Show, joined by Duane Hastad from Heather Nursery and Floral. We had a great time … Continue reading FUN THINGS HAPPEN TO ME AT FAIRS
This time of the year is all about section sports, graduations, and working during the Memorial weekend for me. Since working at the radio station full time since 2008 my Memorial weekend consists of section softball and baseball and some graduation parties on Saturday and Sunday. Attending the LQPV and Dawson-Boyd Commencement ceremonies and then attending as many graduation parties as I can. On the morning … Continue reading SPORTS AND GRADUATION
Last Monday, it was National Grandchildren’s Day! A day to celebrate grandchildren. Let me tell you about mine. A couple of months ago, it was National Grandpa Day and I texted all of my grandchildren earlier that day reminding them that it was National Grandpa Day and I expected to be showered with love and special treatment that day. All in fun. Well my granddaughter Gretta … Continue reading GRANDKIDS ARE A BLESSING
Working at a radio station during a winter storm can be pretty intense with all the postponements and cancellations coming into the studio to be put on the air. What made it all the more difficult was that Maynard was gone on a missions trip for the week. He’s the Hall of Famer that makes it sound so easy on the radio. So, that meant … Continue reading CRAZINESS IN THE STUDIO
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