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"These are the times to remember" (Billy Joel lyrics pluralized)
Most of you know how I feel about Florida. Knowing I moved out says much of it, but there are a lot of reasons I’ll only show up when there’s a big family event. (Sorry, a high school reunion doesn’t count like it did, 20 years ago.) OK, and maybe if it’s freezing here and … Continue reading Florida is for other people, who may not know…
The phrase “Digital First” is nothing new. Managers in TV station news departments have been saying it for years, but they really hadn’t practiced what it means. Years ago, news directors thought viewers getting information sooner would not feel the need to watch TV newscasts, which was where the money was made and so was … Continue reading Adding my own few points to Nexstar’s ‘Digital First’ strategy
Sometimes, interesting things happen when you read friends’ Facebook pages. I’m not talking about going to look on purpose, which I’ve done before. I’m just referring to seeing something on your news feed and clicking on it. That got me, as the title clearly says, banned from Facebook pages twice in 2 days! The one … Continue reading Banned from Facebook pages twice in 2 days!
OK, I may be a day late (and I’m definitely a dollar short, these days), but I read three articles on jobs, yesterday morning -- on companies we all know -- and they were a whole lot different when I read between the lines. First, Yahoo reported in “Dollar Stores hammered by Trump proposal to … Continue reading Your JOB is to read well past the headline
I really didn’t know what to make of school districts cancelling classes for a parade and celebration for Super Bowl LII champions, the Philadelphia Eagles. That’s probably because I’ve never been in this situation before. And it’s certainly historic, not just for me but for everyone around here. The Birds have won championships before, but … Continue reading School out, Eagles’ championship parade on!
Probably not, but I don’t ever remember being as sick as I was yesterday. Lots of chills, coughing, phlegm. Especially the chills. You know the drill. https://twitter.com/feedbaylenny/status/956680842646089731 It happened months after getting my flu shot. I was able to listen to a webinar, but couldn’t think or read the rest of the day -- just … Continue reading To think I may have been the top story on the news…
Last night, I did something I rarely do: open a Facebook post to the public, rather than just friends. Today, I'm blogging about the online battle that followed, something I hadn't planned to do. The story was about one of the hosts of a show on the DIY Network -- part of Scripps Networks Interactive … Continue reading Sad stereotypes too strong to silence (for now)
First, I have to thank everybody who looked at Monday's blog post. The analytics were incredible, the best ever (and that's all that counts, right? :)). If you haven't seen it yet, it gives a brief overview of the place I worked for 15 months until August. Feel free to comment below it, or on my Twitter … Continue reading Follow-up, fewer watching TV news, future president?
No waiting until Christmas on Monday. Comcast, you obviously consider yourself too powerful. Today, your hard-earned rate hikes take effect. Santa says you've been such a good company this year, only getting me concerned and wasting my time by forgetting when my Xfinity introductory offer ends. Does anyone reading this have suggestions for me for … Continue reading Today, Merry Christmas to Comcast! You’re welcome!
On Facebook? You're probably signed up for a lesson on mailing a letter, paid for by the U.S. government, like the one above. I was a little out of it, last Thursday, told I was sounding stuffy, so I didn't do much other than read. Part of that time was on Facebook rather than anything … Continue reading Lessons on addressing, our government’s gift to you!
This blog post I found was written in mid-May, 2016, but never published. It was part of a series on the difficulties I had moving back to Philadelphia, and the new job got in the way. Since then, a lot has changed. My problems were eventually solved — step by step, as you’ll read below … Continue reading Update: Storing the car on the mean streets
25 years ago today, this was nothing. It’s hard to believe so much time has passed, not that I ever forgot a Hurricane Andrew anniversary. We were lucky -- awake with curiosity that night, except for my brother Josh who slept through it -- but lucky. Above was a look to the left after walking … Continue reading Hurricane Andrew, after a quarter century
I got to Philadelphia and it rained. For a week. And it was much colder than normal for late April. And I saw my new apartment for the first time. Then, the movers couldn't get into little Quince Street. That was a disaster. Anything that could've gone wrong that day did. Read on. They called … Continue reading Not exactly a warm welcome
Yes, you read correctly! I’m headed back after more than 12 years. I didn't really think it was going to happen, especially considering the roller coaster my life has been over the past several years. I left Philadelphia for family issues back in 2004. Got a good deal on my house. (But would've never expected … Continue reading Moving back to Philly!
The kitchen is done so it's blog time again! You'll remember, we had to do the work because the new dishwasher went a few inches past the edge of the counter. It took this long because the backsplash was delayed. Luckily, that wasn't a big deal. It's wasn't like going without a shower. On the first … Continue reading Kitchen complete! At least for now…
This blog was not supposed to be about home improvement, but we all go through phases. The bathroom is done and we're happy with it. In fact, I took two baths over the weekend! Now, onto the kitchen. The main reason for this work is that the dishwasher we had installed in the fall goes … Continue reading And now, the kitchen!
I have to start off by saying this blog post is late. I warned you when I was finishing the last one. It wasn't entirely my fault. We got the bed for my brother and sister-in-law's visit, and that took a while. We got it upstairs, but that took a while. And then we were too tired … Continue reading A better bedroom (and bigger blog)
Took long enough, until the second half of January, but it finally came. Took long enough, but I’m actually writing about it! Remember, in my field, snow means work rather than a day off. Also, I was getting ready for a visit from my brother and sister-in-law. More on that within a few hours. (Yes, … Continue reading We got snow!
It's a big day in Cohen Country. I posted my first blog one year ago today. A year ago, I was living in Florida, deciding what I wanted to do with my life (and not much else). I wanted to go back to doing news on the web and had considered blogging. I hoped it … Continue reading One blogging year in review
The holidays are always a busy time. Finishing a major construction project while working everyday meant chaos and a delayed post. So here it is, the last steps to the final product! By Friday, way back on Dec. 18, the bath tub was finally installed. Bob the contractor could finish what was delayed. Saturday, Dec. … Continue reading All done! New year, new bathroom
It was a big week of work, even without the bathtub. I have to hand it to Bob, the contractor. His buddies at BathFitter left him in a bad position, unable to finish the work or get paid when he expected. Luckily, he didn't plan a vacation the week before Christmas, or the beginning of … Continue reading Taking shape
It's now a week since the bathroom construction started. It would've been done by now if BathFitter had ordered the right bath tub, or realized they made the mistake because they had weeks to do so. The contractor seems to be making good progress. Unfortunately for him, he can't finish up until the bath tub … Continue reading The one week mark
In the last blog, they tore apart the entire bathroom. That's one out of the one-and-a-half bathrooms we have. I was hoping everything would go smoothly and quickly. That didn't exactly happen. Tuesday, they sectioned off the shower and bathtub areas. And they used sheet rock on the walls. Disregard the color. That will change. … Continue reading Days 2, 3 & 4: hard work, harder luck
Busy day at work, but also at home. The workers came bright and early, and gutted the place. This is when they took their lunch break, courtesy Garry: This is when they finished, courtesy Garry: Who knew there was cement under the floor? They had to cut through eight inches of it with a jackhammer. … Continue reading Big bathroom remodel: Done with day 1
It's not the most appetizing title, but I realized you were craving pictures of the house before the first major renovation. I should also point out it's before the first major cleaning of the house. That can't come soon enough. Neither can the rest of the unpacking. Tomorrow morning, workers are going to … Continue reading Big bathroom news!
I love being back in news. Sure, the hours are long, especially when you don’t have a boss. (My new one starts November 30th). But obviously it’s true when news breaks. Friday, I was coming off a tough week. Again, no boss. Demands from the sales and weather departments. Plus, lots of plans, work, and … Continue reading Past time to stop terror once and for all, not necessarily for the French
It's me again. I have to write more often. It doesn't have to be a book. Saving stuff up is too time-consuming, anyway. I’d be thrilled with something simple, once or twice a week. I'm just back from New York. Was there for my cousin Danika’s bat mitzvah. Had a great time. Was nice seeing … Continue reading From the Tri-Cities to the Tri-States
I haven't posted anything in about 3 weeks. (I also haven’t heard from you asking for a post. Unbelievable! What’s up with that?) I haven’t been relaxing at the beach. Been doing plenty of writing. Just very busy at work and home. My parents’ visit has come and gone. Went very well. Wasn't sure for … Continue reading Odds & ends from 3 weeks
This is my 22nd blog. I hope you’ve enjoyed them as much as I’ve enjoyed writing them. I didn’t think I could come up with so much material. I was thinking last week’s edition would’ve been a review, an update, because I had 20 previous under my belt and so much has changed since I … Continue reading Lots of updates in a few short months
It’s April and there’s a lot of spring cleaning going on in the Tri-Cities and other places. Garry and I really aren’t doing any of it because we’ve only been here for a month and are still putting stuff I paid to move away. (Or trying to find space for it all!) But I digress. … Continue reading Spring cleaning and Passover food
Spring is often thought of as a time of renewal, the first season. I’ve had some firsts over the past week or so. Starting at home for a change, I can walk to back of the den without having to step over a box, for the first time. It’s a major accomplishment and I’m very … Continue reading A week of firsts
I've been in Bristol for about ten days and work for a week, so it's time for an update. This blog wasn't intended to be an update on my life. It was supposed to be my thoughts on the world, but the change is okay considering the circumstances. Yesterday, you read about work, and before … Continue reading Getting settled in Bristol
Following up on yesterday's post, my computer is not hooked up. I thought it would be, but the movers kept bringing in more and more boxes, so it may be a little while. No big deal. It's good to be using the laptop on a desk, rather than the floor or a box. The movers … Continue reading Getting settled at work
Finally! That describes what Garry and I were thinking as we saw the movers, about seven hours ago, on my day off. They just left. It has been more than a week sitting on the floor, eating on the floor, and sleeping on an air mattress. Not to mention living out of suitcases and watching … Continue reading Getting settled at home
It's my 4th day in Bristol. I start work tomorrow. Very exciting times! It’s making up for the drive up, which was very unpleasant. First, we waited for the movers to arrive in Miami. They did their job, but a move never really goes smoothly. I thought I would stay in Riverwood forever. My father … Continue reading Being new in Bristol & the Tri-Cities
Yes! You read right! It finally happened! I’m going to be the next digital manager at WCYB-Channel 5 in the Tri-Cities, TN/VA (one letter off from WCVB-Channel 5 in Boston, but a world apart), working roughly 11-8, but you know news. More on the station and location in a moment. You probably know I’ve been holding out for the … Continue reading I got a job – and I’m moving!
3 years without a problem shouldn’t be too much to ask.