UNEXPECTED ENCOUNTERS ON VACATION
It seems that every time I go on vacation, I experience something out of the ordinary, and this year was no exception. My wife, Roxie, and I were in Red Wing, Minnesota, a beautiful, historic town nestled along the Mississippi River. We were enjoying a quiet evening in a city park, simply watching the boats and people go by from a bench along the riverbank. … Continue reading UNEXPECTED ENCOUNTERS ON VACATION
BUMP IN THE ROAD
Back in the Game This is a personal one today, and I appreciate you reading. It’s been a challenging week for my wife, my family, and me. From Tuesday through Friday, I was in the hospital in Madison with a partial small bowel obstruction. Not fun having a tube down your throat for a week, but I’m home now and ready to get back to … Continue reading BUMP IN THE ROAD
VACAY FUN
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
PIZZA DELIVERY GIRL
I’ve broadcasted countless games over the years, but I’ve never once had a pizza delivered to me while on the air. Well, there’s a first time for everything.My broadcast partner, Bart Hill, and I were at Nelson Field in Dawson, to cover the Madison Mallards and Morris Eagles playoff game. The weather was perfect—temperatures in the 70s with low humidity—and we were set up just … Continue reading PIZZA DELIVERY GIRL
FAIR SEASON FUN
County fair season has officially kicked off, and I couldn’t be more excited! As someone who works for a radio station, I’m incredibly lucky to attend five county fairs each summer: Yellow Medicine in Canby, Chippewa in Montevideo, Stevens in Morris, Swift County Fair in Appleton, and Lac qui Parle in Madison. At each of these fairs, you’ll find a KLQP booth, and you … Continue reading FAIR SEASON FUN
THE WHY
Why I Keep BloggingRainy mornings and a fresh cup of coffee often inspire me to sit down and write. As I settled into my favorite recliner today, I found myself asking, “Why do I write a blog every week?”Looking back, I’m amazed by the variety of subjects I’ve covered in over 400 posts. It’s rarely a struggle to find something to write about. Sometimes, humorous … Continue reading THE WHY
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