Friday, August 11, 2006
Job News
I hate to jinx it. It's kind of like when a pitcher has a no-hitter going, it is absolutely against the rules to mention that he has a no-hitter going because, invariably, the moment you acknowledge it, POOF! It's gone! But, what the heck. I have applied for an anchor job with WSB radio in Atlanta. WSB is one of the most prestigious news talk operations in the South and the entire country for that matter. I sent my application Tuesday and heard back from them Wednesday. They wanted more airchecks of me anchoring news, breaking news etc... So, the fact that they responded is encouraging, but I am not sure where I stand in their minds. I will update as soon as I hear anything definite, but PLEASE PRAY FOR ME!
Aside from my full-time job being finding a full-time job, I have mostly been running. Last weekend I ran the half-marathon (13.1 miles) and did really well--until mile 10. I just hit a wall, but I finished, and that is key--get the miles in. This week is a big jump. Tomorrow at 6am I will be running 16 miles. We are beginning to get into the heavy-duty training period where watching what you eat and drink is so important. If you are not taking care of yourself during the week leading up to the long run, you don't have a chance. So, I am working hard to stay in shape and keep my dietary habits in line. Lots of complex carbs (rice, pasta, bread) and water.
I have mostly been spending my free time playing golf and seeing movies. Considering I have only played about 10-15 rounds of golf in my life and only the last 5 or 6 have been right-handed (I can do both, but made the switch about a month ago), the fact that I shot a 94 last week is pretty exciting. I have lots of room for improvement, though. As for movie, Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby was awesome! I love Will Ferrell. He does a great job not stealing all of the punch lines. The fact that everyone in that movie had funny lines made it so much better than if it were just Ferrell being funny. If you haven't seen it, go now! He is byfar the best product SNL has put out since the Farley/Sandler/Rock days. That's enough...
Peace!
Aside from my full-time job being finding a full-time job, I have mostly been running. Last weekend I ran the half-marathon (13.1 miles) and did really well--until mile 10. I just hit a wall, but I finished, and that is key--get the miles in. This week is a big jump. Tomorrow at 6am I will be running 16 miles. We are beginning to get into the heavy-duty training period where watching what you eat and drink is so important. If you are not taking care of yourself during the week leading up to the long run, you don't have a chance. So, I am working hard to stay in shape and keep my dietary habits in line. Lots of complex carbs (rice, pasta, bread) and water.
I have mostly been spending my free time playing golf and seeing movies. Considering I have only played about 10-15 rounds of golf in my life and only the last 5 or 6 have been right-handed (I can do both, but made the switch about a month ago), the fact that I shot a 94 last week is pretty exciting. I have lots of room for improvement, though. As for movie, Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby was awesome! I love Will Ferrell. He does a great job not stealing all of the punch lines. The fact that everyone in that movie had funny lines made it so much better than if it were just Ferrell being funny. If you haven't seen it, go now! He is byfar the best product SNL has put out since the Farley/Sandler/Rock days. That's enough...
Peace!
Thursday, August 03, 2006
Yes, I'm Still Alive
So my pledge to update daily about three weeks ago didn't really pan out. That was primarily because that's when I knew for sure the show would be moving from 1550am back to 1300am in the morning and that I would not be a part of the move (tear).
To all of the Ed Buggs Show's loyal listeners who have asked where I am, thank you very much for your thoughts and kind e-mails and calls. Here's a brief explanation: While working with Ed on the afternoon show, I also held a morning job writing for a national news wire and anchoring radio newscasts for another station in Baton Rouge. When Ed decided to move the show to mornings, I obviously had a conflict. While I love both jobs, I had to make a decision that I felt was best for me and would allow me the greatest opportunity. I chose to stay on with my other job.
I really do miss the action of a live daily news talk broadcast. It had become a part of my life for the last three years. There aren't many certainties in life, but I knew where I would be everyday at 2 p.m. and that you would be there listening. There is a certain level of comfort that goes along with that. Anyway, I will continue writing this blog no matter what and if Ed chooses to keep a link to it on his website, that is great too!
Quickly to catch you up on my training for the New York City Marathon: The race is Nov. 5 and I am up to 11 miles. I am still about a week ahead of schedule with my training. Saturday morning I will be running a half-marathon at the LSU lakes (13.1 miles)!!! Get excited! If you want to come stand along the course and hand me Powerade and sweat towels, that would be fabulous! I won't hold my breath, though.
Last weekend I went to Atlanta to visit my brother. I left Thursday morning after work and stayed through Sunday. He is teaching at Holy Spirit Prep, which I relate to the school from the TV show "Fresh Prince of Bel Air" where the kids wear coats to school with the school crest on the pocket. REALLY upscale. I also got to visit a few of the hang-out places and even played a round of golf (Random Note: I shot my best round ever at 103! I know that is awful, but I have only been playing for a few months and have been seeing real improvement).
As for work, my job search for a full-time gig in a bigger market continues. I will keep you posted. Just keep praying for me, and drop me a line if you ever feel like it.
Peace!
To all of the Ed Buggs Show's loyal listeners who have asked where I am, thank you very much for your thoughts and kind e-mails and calls. Here's a brief explanation: While working with Ed on the afternoon show, I also held a morning job writing for a national news wire and anchoring radio newscasts for another station in Baton Rouge. When Ed decided to move the show to mornings, I obviously had a conflict. While I love both jobs, I had to make a decision that I felt was best for me and would allow me the greatest opportunity. I chose to stay on with my other job.
I really do miss the action of a live daily news talk broadcast. It had become a part of my life for the last three years. There aren't many certainties in life, but I knew where I would be everyday at 2 p.m. and that you would be there listening. There is a certain level of comfort that goes along with that. Anyway, I will continue writing this blog no matter what and if Ed chooses to keep a link to it on his website, that is great too!
Quickly to catch you up on my training for the New York City Marathon: The race is Nov. 5 and I am up to 11 miles. I am still about a week ahead of schedule with my training. Saturday morning I will be running a half-marathon at the LSU lakes (13.1 miles)!!! Get excited! If you want to come stand along the course and hand me Powerade and sweat towels, that would be fabulous! I won't hold my breath, though.
Last weekend I went to Atlanta to visit my brother. I left Thursday morning after work and stayed through Sunday. He is teaching at Holy Spirit Prep, which I relate to the school from the TV show "Fresh Prince of Bel Air" where the kids wear coats to school with the school crest on the pocket. REALLY upscale. I also got to visit a few of the hang-out places and even played a round of golf (Random Note: I shot my best round ever at 103! I know that is awful, but I have only been playing for a few months and have been seeing real improvement).
As for work, my job search for a full-time gig in a bigger market continues. I will keep you posted. Just keep praying for me, and drop me a line if you ever feel like it.
Peace!
