7 Days of Thankfulness: DAY 2 - "My Work"

This is a continuation of my 7 Days of Thankfulness!

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DAY 2 - "My Work"

Today, my thankfulness post is about my place of employment, KWFC Radio. First of, yes... I'm thankful for a job. That part is a given, especially in today's economy. No matter the situation, I'm grateful for wherever God has placed me in the workplace. Sure, there have been times in my when I wasn't the happiest with my place of employment, but that's what God had provided.

Not only is it good to have a job, but awesome when you enjoy working there. That's where I'm at. I absolutely like my job! Wait.... I have to say it... I LOVE my job!

I'll admit that it's not the easiest, and I can't say it doesn't get stressful. But overall, it's worth it. There are many things I do, I can't think that it's in vain. Not only do I get to work around Southern Gospel Music and great Christian programing, I get to promote it as well! 

I'm constantly striving to get us noticed and out there. I get to communicate with our faithful listeners daily, even on weekends! These people share the same love in music and love for God! There is a common bond that I have with those who call or write.

If wondering what I do, well... there is a list. I'll try to simply it. My official title is "Publicity Director". That means I deal with the public in doing the printed ads and promotional material for KWFC. But that's not all. Besides all the printed graphics, I work on the graphics for the web and everything else! Then, I'm also behind the weekly email blast.

I'm also in 'sales'. That means I have accounts of businesses that support our station, and I get a commission. Part of my job is to find more support for our station, without it, we wouldn't survive. (so if you're part of a business that would like to underwrite Christian radio, let me know)

One of the neatest things about my job, is the ability to be on the air. Yup, I started filling in from time to time, and now I have a few programs that I host. You'll hear me every weekday evening from 7pm-9pm, and then Sunday afternoons from noon-4pm. I enjoy being able to share my love of Southern Gospel with our listeners. However, I've earned the nickname "Mayday Matt", thanks to my stumbling from time to time. Just listen in, and you might catch me!

Of course, I'm also thankful for the awesome work environment, and am so happy that they have have a sense of humor... the perfect place for me! Not only that, it's great to be able to work with fellow Christians. Every morning we have pray at 9, and of course, we try and solve the worlds problems at that time. Ha!

Yes, I'm thankful for my work!

~Matt

Procrastination

Yes, I meant to make a post about this earlier but I kept putting it off.

Its true... I have a problem with procrastination. Especially when making blog posts. Its a fault I have.

I try not to procrastinate on other things. I have a "to-do list" that make every week. What doesn't get completed by the end of the week, gets put on the following week's list. Of course, each list gets things added to it every day. What may start out as a small list, may be huge by the week's end. When something is done, it gets crossed out.

The "to-do" sheet is actually two lists, work and home. The work list also gives me something to look back on so that I may know what I've been able to accomplish. It also shows that I'm not slacking off either.

I try not to procrastinate when it comes to doing projects and things for others. Unfortunately, I have a hard time remembering what people ask. So, if you've mentioned something to me, and I haven't gotten to it... send me a friendly reminder by text or email! It really helps!

~Matt

Potted Meat Soup

For those who get "grossed" out on reading certain things, this post may be one to avoid. Just a word of warning for those with a queasy stomach.

First off, permit me to point out that today was hectic. The morning started that way. I had went to bed late last night, and was in no hurry to wake up this morning. However, once I was up, it was rush, rush, rush...

Shower, dressed, kids ready, breakfast eaten... you get the idea.

Well, I also packed my lunch. It mainly consisted of tomatoes. One I had sliced for my sandwich I'd prepare at work, and a bag of cherry tomatoes to 'snack' on during my on-air shift later in the afternoon.

In my rush, I left them on counter. I dropped Mysia off and arrived at work before I realized I didn't have them with me. I texted Lydia, and she had found them and put them in the refrigerator before she had left the house.

Oh well. I'll just eat my sandwich without tomatoes and forget the snack.

Lunchtime came, and I found that I had brought in an extra tomato earlier in the week. I was so happy that I cut it, put it into a bowl and preceded to make my lunch.

Lately, I've been making potted meat sandwiches for lunch. Something simple and lite. (I'm trying to watch my weight)

I opened the can, put it in the bowl, added some whipped salad dressing, and stirred it together. I then reached over to where I put my bread....

Uh, oh.

Yup, I forgot to bring it as well!

Thus, "Potted Meat Soup":

It actually tasted good!

~Matt

RADIO: Southern Gospel Showdown

Some changes at work has allowed me to become a 'utility player' when it comes to the filling in on-air. Last week, I was hosting the late afternoon shift (3-6pm). This week, I've had the mid-day (noon-3pm). Next week, I'll be moving to permanent shift of hosting the evening program (7-9:30pm).

It's been fun! I've been able play some of my favorites along with the current hits. The station as a vast collection, so being able to grab some unique songs has been fun. There are old classics and remakes as well.

To liven up the show, I decided to start a feature I call the "Southern Gospel Showdown". I'll admit that the concept isn't new. I take a song that has been recorded by more than one artist and allow the listeners to pick their favorite. I then put a pole on the station's facebook page.

It's a fun feature, and I've really enjoyed being able to share these songs. I probably get more fun out of it than anyone else. But hey, if you can't have fun at your job... ;)

Yesterday was our Christmas in July, and that was fun! This afternoon, I plan doing the Southern Gospel Showdown feature... so tune in!

~Matt

Yard Work On The Flower Bed

Last Saturday, Lydia and I tackled some yard work. It was a project that Lydia has been wanting to work on for about a year now, and she was determined to get it done this time. The weeds were killing her rose bushes in the front yard and the whole flower bed needed redone.

The bush needed trimmed... it was taller than me! It had gotten out of hand. Lydia discovered that there was a wasp nest in it too. After getting it in shape, we took out the lava rocks and then toiled the dirt. She dug out the weeds, getting to root of the problem... literally! It wasn't the easiest job either. The dirt was tough and the weeds were deep.

Another thing was the bugs. Many black beetles, huge centipedes and millipedes, and fast wolf spiders! Not the most fun thing to run into when you're on your hands and knees!

Once cleaned of weeds and rocks, we laid the weed barrier sheet down and replaced the lava rocks. Now the flower bed looks awesome! Lydia did a fantastic job!


~Matt