This past Saturday was exactly where I needed to be: in front of the television watching all kinds of sports. In the fall, that’s my usual Saturday spot, but this weekend, I had doctor’s orders to be there. After a week at the hospital in Madison, I was released on Friday afternoon and told to “lay low” for a few days. So, I followed those … Continue reading THE POWER OF THE TV REMOTE
Last Friday, I was in Lakeview to broadcast the Dawson-Boyd and Lakeview football game on a beautiful fall evening. As I walked from my car toward the field, I couldn’t help but notice what a fantastic complex Lakeview has. It’s relatively new, and I’ve been there before, but it always strikes me: what a huge difference there is in high school facilities compared to when … Continue reading FOOTBALL FIELDS: A BROADCASTERS TOUR
This past week was a perfect reflection of what I love about my life: its diversity and the wonderful people I get to connect with. If you know me, you know I’m a true extrovert—the opposite of my wonderful wife of 48 years, Roxie. I thrive and get energized from being around people. My week kicked off with some family time. I headed to the … Continue reading HOW AN EXTROVERT THRIVES
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
Exploring the Quirky Corners of Southeastern Minnesota! Sometimes the best vacations are the ones you don’t plan. My wife, Roxie, and I took advantage of my slow time at work for just such a trip. While we had a general idea of where we wanted to go, we had no detailed itinerary—just an open road and a sense of adventure. We started out at the … Continue reading VACAY FUN
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