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December 17, 2019
Ho Ho HoAs I pull out my grandmother's Christmas mementos, I wonder what she would think about all the online Christmas cards and shopping happening all around. My physical mailbox brings some photos of friends and their families, these are a welcome treat. But, honestly, I'll take whatever I can get in this day of busy. I am grateful to be able to stay connected at least in the form of a picture.
This Christmas season 'connection' can mean everything to anybody. Meeting the neighbor you've never met, healing a family relationship, interacting with a listener who needs to hear your story, or needs you to hear theirs. Our hearts are a little softer during this season, a little more open to goodness.
No matter what music format you operate, sweet moments are possible. Just on a fun little whim, we put a refrigerator inside the studio at my radio station, 104.7 the Fish Atlanta, and we've asked listeners to send us things that we could put on the refrigerator door. They mail in, they email or send a Facebook message. From all the options we've received wedding invitations, passing grade, baby announcements, pictures of pets. And now, we adorn the studio with pictures of our listeners and their Christmas cards. It's a good way to celebrate them. In fact I'd love to send you a card; tell me where you're at and it'll be on its way. I am @ Bethbacall
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December 3, 2019
SlowDon't rush! How about that for a Christmas message? The Christmas countdown is on, and instead of a sprint to the finish ,what do you say we handle it like a walking marathon, if there even is such a thing. Instead of immediately asking a friend or listener if their ...
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November 19, 2019
Gobble'Gratitude' has re-entered our cultural vernacular. In our swirling world of news and trending topics that challenge our beliefs, it seems we can all camp out on the same word: gratitude. Thanksgiving is the season that brings college kids home, and puts a turkey (or a ...
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November 5, 2019
Here We GoHere they come: all holidays are present and accounted for on all store shelves. Halloween,Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, and probably New Year's, too. We can give such a generic critique to this phenomenon. But I want to nudge you a little deeper to consider the ...
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October 22, 2019
Saturday MommyMany Saturday morning gym classes are filled with mom's happy to get up early for a chance to work out. School schedules pack a mom's morning with a very busy routine of needs ("'Mom I need my permission slip signed!") Ask a mom what she'd like to have more of and ...
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October 8, 2019
FashionHow many email blasts do you get a day from a clothing store? My inbox is FULL. It's almost impossible to unsubscribe to every link. But what's really creepy is how brands track your online movements, and stalk you via social media. One minute after I was checking out ...
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September 24, 2019
PSLPumpkin spice is fighting for its place in the fall line up. It used to be a welcome change when this flavor rose to the top of a menu board. But, seeing this iconic flavor reappear as early as July has caused dissent among its loyal fans. It's like the welcome ...
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July 23, 2019
Whacha Wearin?"This is my selfie shirt," was printed boldly across her black t-shirt, and she was wearing it proudly. Even the dog she was walking was photo ready, with a matching bandana gracing his neck. Anything can be a picture perfect moment, but not everything is a post-able ...
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July 9, 2019
Root For The Home Team!I have a challenge for you: become your city's official Staycation Station. Could it get more local? There's still time on the summer calendar. Car and cruise giveaways are great, but if the goal is local, local, local, why not be intentional about giving away ...
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May 14, 2019
WellIf you could receive a massage right before your on-air show, would that make a difference? We know that people, especially women, hold stress in their shoulders and neck. So why do we still see massages as a luxury, and not a necessity? With Mother's Day coming up, ...
