Meet Mildred Heath. At 100 years old, she’s America’s “oldest worker,” according to a recent Scripps Howard article. Her profession? Journalism. Heath, who was recently awarded the 2008 America’s Oldest Worker award, works as a correspondent for the Beacon-Observer, a Nebraskan weekly newspaper with a circulation of 1,500. She started her journalism career in 1923Continue reading “100-Year-Old Still Reporting for Her Local Paper”
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Seniors Dance Their Way to Health, Companionship
I wrote an article for Tuesday’s Dallas Morning News about senior citizens who ballroom dance as a way to stay fit. While working on the story, I went to the Plano Senior Center and danced with several seniors who came to know me “as the girl with the notebook,” aka “the young reporter.” Dance byContinue reading “Seniors Dance Their Way to Health, Companionship”
An Essay Worth Sharing: Joan Didion’s ‘On Self Respect’
Not long ago I was at Border’s, looking through the store’s Joan Didion selection. She’s one of my favorite authors, so I naturally gravitate toward her books. As I opened Didion’s “Slouching Toward Bethlehem,” I re-read her “On Self Respect” essay. To read a beautifully-written essay about what self respect means is for me aContinue reading “An Essay Worth Sharing: Joan Didion’s ‘On Self Respect’”
A Lesson in Shooting Video
The thought of shooting and editing video used to intimidate me. It seemed overly complicated, so I hid in the comfort of words. But one day, toward the end of my internship at The Dallas Morning News, I decided to stop hiding. I’m so glad I did. While in Dallas, I paired up with photographerContinue reading “A Lesson in Shooting Video”
Starting to Resume a Regular Schedule
My new apartment is starting to feel more like a home. I have dressers, a dining room table, a TV stand (no TV yet), and a bed. A queen-size bed, no less. I’ve always had a twin-size bed, so the extra space makes me feel as though I’m swimming in sheets at night. Now thatContinue reading “Starting to Resume a Regular Schedule”
Trying to Get Settled in Florida
I’m still in the midst of moving, and I don’t yet have Internet connection at home, so I have not been able to blog as much as I would like. Word on the Street will be back in action starting early next week, though.
Places to Go, Sights to See in Dallas
I made it to Florida. I’m slowly settling into my new apartment, reuniting with friends and getting back into the Poynter work mode. I’ve missed this place. I miss Dallas, too, and all that a large metropolitan city has to offer. Someone told me before I went to Dallas that “there’s nothing to do inContinue reading “Places to Go, Sights to See in Dallas”
Road Trip Back to Florida Begins
Man, I’m going to miss this place. Just as I was starting to feel settled and get closer to the people I’ve met here, it’s time for me to leave. That always seems to be the case. I’ve said a lot of hellos and goodbyes throughout the past few years when moving from Massachusetts toContinue reading “Road Trip Back to Florida Begins”
Much to Be Lost, and Gained, During Times of Uncertainty
There are times when life seems defined by uncertainty. Will my house sell in this market? When can I get that raise I was promised? Will I have a job tomorrow? These questions become all the more prevalent during tough economic times, when financial instability creates worry, angst and a “Why this, why me?” mentality.Continue reading “Much to Be Lost, and Gained, During Times of Uncertainty”
Spotting Jason Castro and Terrell Owens
While shopping this weekend at the Buffalo Exchange, a thrift store in Dallas, I spotted “American Idol” contestant Jason Castro. No one seemed to recognize him, or they just didn’t care to approach him. I couldn’t remember his full name, but I walked up to him nonetheless. “Hi! You were on ‘American Idol,’ right?” “Yep,Continue reading “Spotting Jason Castro and Terrell Owens”
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