I'm often asked of all the stories I've covered what's my favorite? After 25 years of covering news in St. Louis there is no easy answer. I've witnessed everything from an execution to Superbowl XXIV but perhaps whats touched me the most are those stories involving children.
For example, Matthew Pearl is one child who continues to inspire me and give me hope. He has a rare blood disorder that can often be fatal but he refuses to give up. I will never forget being with him in his hospital room after his bone marrow transplant. He looked pale and tired and weak but Matthew has always had this inner strength. He survived the transplant and recently celebrated another birthday!
Not every story has a happy ending and those stories in particular stay with me for a long time. As reporters we are told to be objective and I try to always be objective on the air. But as a mom and a human being I can't help taking some of these stories home with me.
I started my career as a sportscaster following in my father's footsteps. I had a sports show for WBLD-AM in West Bloomfield, Michigan when I was a sophomore in highschool. Later, at Michigan State University I worked as a news and sports anchor for WJIM radio and TV in Lansing. I worked with John Fuller in Lansing who helped open the door for me here at KSDK.
As much as I love my job, my most important role is that of a mother and wife. I admit it's not easy working full time (and the crazy hours we have here!) and juggling my responsibilities at home. I hope however, that the mix makes me better at both.
