Tag: travel
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When life is the story you’re covering
Too often in the news world, the people covering the story, especially those on the road covering it where the story is happening, become experts…. at compartmentalization. Over the years, I’ve found it’s a tool that I use both in work life, regardless of what I’m doing, as well as personal life. It’s not always…
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Perception versus reality when traveling for work
I recently mentioned that I was back with CNN doing some freelance producing. When I travel for work, especially with CNN, I often get to go to some really fantastic destinations. Everyone thinks I have time to explore and check out the great local offerings from food to wine, beer to popular spots that are…
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Travel time during heightened awareness of coronavirus
Recently, I made the decision to rejoin CNN on a contract (part time) basis. I’m doing some freelance producing while I spend time building my small business and getting a few other projects that will soon be announced off the ground. But back to CNN. I got the call on Saturday afternoon to head to…
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Rolling with the Tide
I always love going back to the University of Alabama, and I don’t get the opportunity that often. Between the hotel costs that are ridiculously high on gameday weekends to the cost of tickets, we really just cannot afford to go up there as much as I’d like. So when I do go, I try…
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Labor Day in Mississippi
It’s no secret that I enjoy the Mississippi coast. It’s not as crowded as the AL or FL coasts and Chuck and I always seem to find something fun and interesting to do. Plus, it’s close enough to make it there quickly and not waste hours in traffic. We decided a few weeks before Labor…
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Team Awesome Weekend
I got extremely lucky in New York, and thanks to Heather Jones, met some amazing friends. This group has been through a lot together and one consistent is that we are there for each other. Earlier in 2019, Amy Hayes, a member of our group got married. A small wedding happened and a few months…
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Vacationing the European Way
I recently read an article in The Economist about vacations and comparing the way Europeans vacation versus the way Americans vacation. It got me thinking: are we doing it wrong? Yes. Yes, we are. At least in my opinion. I have worked for companies large and small and here’s one observation: When the manager/owner/person in…
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A little ATL love
Chuck and I made a last minute decision to hit the ATL for a quick July 4 getaway. The idea was to hopefully see some friends and hit a Braves game. We only accomplished one of those missions, but that’s ok. From walking around my old ‘hood of Midtown and checking out all of the…
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Solo weekend back home
This past weekend, I made the trek up I-55 along with my cousin’s wife, Nicole, and their daughter, Bess, for the wedding shower for my cousin, Mary. We had a great time hanging out with my family and the adults got a kick out of the kids. From Friday night eating Corky’s BBQ (so so…
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Beach is the word
I have always loved the beach. From the first time I stepped onto the Florida panhandle beaches, I knew it was my happy place. And although I’ve never lived at the beach, I’ve never been so close to one that I can easily get to. Don’t get me wrong, I could take a train to…
Taking on New Adventures 