My evolution through Facebook
The early years After months, maybe even years of hearing about it, I signed up for Facebook in August 2008. I had been pretty dedicated to MySpace up until that … Continue Reading My evolution through Facebook
500 reasons I run (actually there’s only 5)
On May 1, 2016, I embarked on a running streak. Several people in the group I run with occasionally, The Yellow Donkeys, had started the streak. So I thought, why … Continue Reading 500 reasons I run (actually there’s only 5)
3 Lessons the Smurfs have taught us all
Let’s get Smurfy September 12, 1981. I was in the third grade and eagerly sat in front of the TV in our living room waiting for the premiere of The … Continue Reading 3 Lessons the Smurfs have taught us all
Never Forget
Sixteen years ago the world changed forever. Today, like all past 9/11s since the attacks, people on social media reflect and remember where they were that fateful day. I was … Continue Reading Never Forget
When your kindergarten baby grows up
I know this blog isn’t going to win any popularity contests in my house, but I felt compelled to write it anyway. Twelve years ago our oldest son Ethan started … Continue Reading When your kindergarten baby grows up
Building a brand: What are you known for?
This November marks 20 years in the news business for me. I started the broadcasting portion of my career in 1997. It has taken me to three different TV stations … Continue Reading Building a brand: What are you known for?
Still trying to outrun my fork
In January 2016 I posted a blog about how running was making me fat. At the time of that post, I weighed 193.6 pounds. I’m pretty sure that was my … Continue Reading Still trying to outrun my fork
Craft beer and bacon and cheese! Oh my!
I still consider myself a newbie in the world of craft beer. Just over a year ago my buddy Tom Harness and I started seriously discussing doing reviews of craft … Continue Reading Craft beer and bacon and cheese! Oh my!
Happy birthday Harry Potter
It’s hard to believe 20 years ago this week J.K. Rowling introduced the world to Harry Potter. My family was late to the game, picking up Harry Potter and the … Continue Reading Happy birthday Harry Potter
Wishes are for Aladdin, be your own genie
Disclaimer: I’m not an expert or a guru at anything, just sharing some advice that’s worked for me. Many times we say we wish something could be better about … Continue Reading Wishes are for Aladdin, be your own genie
Content is king in the social media kingdom
I am by no means a social media expert. But I learn something new daily about this still evolving form of communication and when the time is right, I share … Continue Reading Content is king in the social media kingdom
Why I picked comics & wrestling over running
For the last couple of years, I’ve joined other runners for the 80 mile River to River Relay. The race stretches across southern Illinois and is an all day event. … Continue Reading Why I picked comics & wrestling over running
Before there were promposals…
Now days asking someone to the prom or even the Homecoming dance has turned into quite an ordeal. I’m not knocking the creative way guys and girls are asking their … Continue Reading Before there were promposals…
A swig of Broken Skull IPA for the working man
Fans of the “Stone Cold” Steve Austin podcast know his phrase “a swig of beer (or coffee, water, etc) for the working man. That’s how I came up with the … Continue Reading A swig of Broken Skull IPA for the working man
Lessons learned about craft beer
On March 30, 2016, the Craftbeericans YouTube channel officially launched. For those who don’t know, the Craftbeericans are a group of guys who enjoy craft beer and review different types … Continue Reading Lessons learned about craft beer
Confessions from a not-so-perfect parent
During our newscast on News 3 This Morning, we had a discussion about parenting fails. It brought up memories of the times I’ve been less-than-perfect in the rearing of my … Continue Reading Confessions from a not-so-perfect parent
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