Thoughts of Virginia Tech April 30, 2007

It’s a surreal feeling when you find yourself caught up in a story you’re supposed to be covering.
That’s what happened to me two weeks ago as news broke of a shooting at Virginia Tech. I have several friends who attend that school, so my first thought was to call them to make sure they were [...]

To Blog Or Not To Blog… April 30, 2007

I blog for News4, but unlike other blogospheres, the News4 at 4 Blog is controlled by WRC-TV, and therefore cannot be used for my private, personal use. Because of this, certain things are naturally censored.
But should that be the case if you are on a private site? Today on News4 at 4, we informed viewers [...]

Memories April 30, 2007

One of my fondest memories as a kid is of going to Eastern Market with my dad.
We went to the market for deli meats and cheeses … but I think we mostly went for the experience.
My dad would hold me up to the counter so I could see over it. He would let me taste [...]

Deal Breakers … April 26, 2007

As a single girl in my 20s, I have been very lucky in my dating life. I have not experienced the horrors that most of my friends have seen. Some guys just have no clue how to act in a social setting. Belching, not using utensils, picking up cell phones in the [...]

Picking Your Playground … April 25, 2007

During my first years of college, I was a nanny for two little girls who loved to play outside. It’s safe to say that I have visted most of the parks in the metro area.
It was so nice to see some of my personal favorites, like Turtle Park in Northwest and Glen [...]