I was once called “Magellan’s sister.” It was not a compliment, it was said very sarcastically, but delivered good-naturedly from a good friend, so I took it in stride. Also, it was not entirely unwarranted.
I am not one who has a natural sense of direction, and unless I am driving, I am perfectly content to just sit back and enjoy the ride. On those occasions when someone else is driving to our destination, it would be a challenge for me to replicate even the simplest of routes taken. I am far too busy daydreaming and looking at the scenery……because I can.
When circumstances dictate that I drive, and need to navigate to a new place, I can do very well with the aid of good directions, or a handy GPS device. After the trip is completed, I feel a sense of accomplishment, and another route to add to my small arsenal of places I know.
Working with Chris on NH Now, it’s easy for me to be the co-pilot, er…co-host. Chris maps out the show direction, leads through twists and turns, and hits the “breaks.” I am sometimes content to lean back in my seat, look through the window, and comment on the landscape…..because I can. That is, until suddenly I find myself in the driver’s seat.
Chris is returning to Miami to capture exciting highlights as Matt Bonner and the Spurs continue in the finals. I will remain here in Concord at WKXL, along with Janice, to navigate through “NH Now.” I am excited….and car-sick. Yeah, I admit I’m a bit nervous, but the opportunity to take the lead and work through some of the logistics Chris usually worries about is also a bit empowering. My senses are heightened, and I won’t sleep well for the next couple of days, but the confidence I anticipate at getting through it on my own (hopefully with a minimum of detours) gives me a pretty good adrenaline rush too. So as Chris travels off in another direction, wish me luck……..and fasten your seatbelts!
