Today (April 12th 2013) marks my three year
anniversary with WSLP and North Country Radio…I was 23 when I slid into the
role of Morning show host…I was scared, I was so nervous leading to one listener commenting “You sound like you’re on crack…I love you
but can’t keep up with you.” Since then I’d like to believe I’ve mellowed…Maybe
it’s because of all the hats I wear, or just the comfortable groove I’ve
hallowed out in studio chair but as I think about it...Likely it’s the t-shirts.
The international currency for broadcasting should be
t-shirts in my humble opinion.. If that was the case no broadcaster would go
hungry, they would all live in lavish houses, have fast cars and Radio would be
the most lucrative business of all time. Since I started working in radio (with
Radio Disney in 2005) I’ve developed quite the collection. Most of them haven’t seen the light of day
for months, some see work pretty
regularly…
The other day I was looking through this collection and realized
how much more they were than pieces of cloth…The significance behind the shirt
is more than just something that covers your body, it covers your soul, your
passion, your path. From my first ever Radio Disney T-Shirt, to my much loved
and worn Curry College WMLN t-shirt, to the shirt I’m wearing right now a
Forrest green T from last years I Love BBQ and Music Festival here in Lake
Placid. These shirts tell a story.. My story,
a story that I’ve shared with so many
people .
Never give up the chance at a free shirt. It’s more a symbol
than a shirt. It will tell your path, it will keeping those unspeakable moments fresh in your mind. With every wash
the stains may come out, but those feelings won’t. Maybe you met a listener and saw the impact
you made in their eyes? Maybe that shirt represents a moment where you saw a
community come together for the common good of each other? Maybe just maybe, that shirt symbolizes just
how much you’ve grown? I’m not just
talking about going from a Small to a XL.
I know in the span of time 3 years is nothing…What’s another
year? However I really need to thank some people and I hate to single out
anyone. Please excuse the vagueness as many make an impact daily…But here’s just
a short list of thank you’s I have been meaning to put out lately.
God, he/she knows
why.
My family and my friends…For keeping me in check, rooted and
clear in what is most important, being honest in self and action
The communities of the Tri-Lakes, Adirondacks, and the world
via Twitter/Facebook: I’ve been able to
reach so many people and so many people have been able to reach me that care
about community and are interested in starting mornings off with a smile and a celebration wherever they may be.
Jim, James, Bonnie, John, Jon, Harley, Angie, Boz and
everyone else here at North Country Radio who I’ve shared so many amazing moments
with, laughs, and once in awhile a tear or two. It’s amazing what a small
determined group can do.
The radio people in my life that inspire me, that guide me,
these talents are so awe inspiring , uber creative and most of all passionate. Some who have reached
out to me, in some pretty tough times and helped me elevate my game. Some have no clue, others you know exactly
who you are…
Cheers !! and I’ll be sending out the commemorative T-shirts
tomorrow.
