From The DH Files....another Bucket List item checked!

"If I die young, bury me in Satin." And, if I die now,...I can say that I have crossed off a lot of Bucket List items....including The Band Perry. They have always intrigued me. I love their sound & look. To me...they are unique! So young & talented. Before they hit the charts, we played their music on WHATS NEW. (Occasionally, we'll play an international tune.) They immediately became one of my Bucket List items to see perform. Little did I know just how close to them I would get!!!!

Last summer, as the station celebrated 10 years, we gave away Route 93 Concert Trips to our listeners....one was a concert to see Tim McGraw, with openers Luke Bryan & The Band Perry. Ahhhhh, 3 Bucket List items in one shot. I was asked to go down by Limo with the winners, along with our Cruiser Guy, Allan Gibbons. Huge surprise of the night; Allan yelled out to Tim McGraw as he was walking by us (heading to the stage) and Tim actually turned around and shook our hands. Silent scream! OK - SLAP - back on track, Donna.... I left the concert content. It was such a fabulous night! And, I saw The Band Perry!!!

Not long after, word came that I would be going to the CCMAs in Hamilton. Another Bucket List item crossed off! I have to tell you...The Canadian Country Music Awards are something to take in...such a fabulous experience for industry members, artists and fans. I met so many of our great Canadian talent & the artists (whom a lot I consider friends) that have been on WHATS NEW. Seeing them shine as part of the Songwriters Cafe or at Fan Fest or actually winning an Award (like Hey Romeo) was such a thrill. After all, these artists are like my babies!

So, just before the New Artist Showcase: I'm out in the lobby chatting with indie artist Traci Kennedy & her husband (fabulous people, by the way)...when I get a tap on my shoulder. Traci has this expression of "OMG" on her face, and as I turn around it is none other than The Band Perry. Kimberley, Reid & Neil smiling at me. I break out into a Hot Flash sweat - GREAT....only me! Kimberley says, "Thank you for giving us so much support. We wanted to meet you." Are you [ Insert not so nice word starting with S.. ] me? Wanted to meet ME?! Incredible. You have no idea how I felt! All my hard work feels like it is finally being validated. I was shocked, stunned, in awe & immediately jumped right in between them for a photo shoot! NO WAY was I missing this opportunity. [ Insert smiley face x 1 million ]

This is why I help Indie Artist....to see you succeed and the gratification of helping others. After all, YOU could BE the next Band Perry, or Johnny Reid, or Terri Clark. This is also why I love my job! SMILE!!!!

Donna Henry, former Bathurst resident & CKBC Announcer, currently On Air for Country 93 - Mornings/Middays/Emerging Artist Coordinator in Owen Sound, ON.

Enjoy life....there are no re-runs!!!

Meeting Josh - He's a Tr"ucker" or Not?!

So,...here are my numbers. No...this ain't no 649-thing....

Quit! Quit - is the word that comes to mind...WTH am I thinking, I can't do this!!! WTF did I get myself into?!
I met with Josh yesterday to figure out my workout. He is my Orientation trainer/coach/slave driver/killer. Oh.....I'm not going to hold anything against him (can I secretly call him Tr"ucker"...?????) Sigh...well, he IS doing exactly what I need - someone to keep me on track...but, tr"uck!"
[SIGH!!!!!!!!!]
First slap in my face: I am Obese. Even the word sounds like a Monster! Oh...ooooh, only by .5%, The J says. I've never been the Big "O"....EVER! Wait...that's a lie. Yes, I have, but that's another story!
My measurements are above - see photo -weight is 152. What are my goals?! Tops is to be healthy, but a nice Sz-8 would be bonus! I miss my small body...my knees do, too!
I told The J that I want health and to slim down. I didn't tell him the Kimmer wants us to have Hard-Rock Bodies...I was afraid he would die laughing. Don't want to be up for murder, ya know?!
So, I trust The J - otherwise, I would have been hauled out of Stone Tree for trying to beat up their trainer while cursing him - and I have gained MUCH knowledge! I have to say...I walked away in complete embarrassment. You have to understand the Era I come from...like, 10" Waist and 20 Minute Workouts. Hmmm.... The J realized I was being honest (and serious) that my back is weak and I no longer have Abs. Matter of fact, Abs are so far hidden within me....I thought it was butter!
I felt sweat threatening to run through every pour. The J-ster said that I wasn't even working out, yet. HELLO...Shut Up!
He tells me, maybe because he has tremendous faith in me (someone has to)...to try working out 5 days/wk. OMG! If I could, I wouldn't have ended up this way. His reply, "Life happens." I see he will not give in to ANY of my excuses. Tr"ucker!"

Onto my next issue: I'm VERY dehydrated....like, a LOT...even though I drink millions of glasses a day and have actually posted a "Times of Use" sheet on the Ladies Washroom Door.
Next issue: Fiber + My Body = filled-up Intestines. Yup...fiber makes me swell. I am one of those rare body-is-somewhat-allergic-to-fiber people. Shakes I take = lots o fiber. I'm a DNA truck up! I say: screw allergies, screw pain...I am determined! [Remind me in a week that I said this...ok?!]

As I said, The J is not my personal trainer, but he seems to be trusting that - for 1 month - I will continue this massacre on my muscles to reach some fabricated goal.
There is a reason why I'm doin' this, right?! RIGHT?!
God Help Me!

Day 3

Hey!
It is Day 3 of my Body By Vi - 90 Day Challenge and I am doing well. I don't have all the foods I need, yet...and I want to purchase a scale for both the food & me! :)  But, things are coming along!!!

So...the Shakes...that I drink...Yummy! They are great, and although I don't have a "Why'd I eat that much, I'm so full" kind of feeling....I do have a feeling of content. The snacks inbetween are just right and I am finally back to drinking my water. I have discovered that I was dehydrated. Eek! And, I find that with the help of the Challenge...I am eating better meals at supper....(dinner for some of you!)

Because of a hefty workload...I have not been to Stone Tree this week. My orientation is on Monday and I am very excited about some of the classes they offer. Can't wait! Oh, but I do have more energy, it seems. Yesterday...I walked up those stairs in record time (Ha ha...) 119, I think. I'll have to re-count. But, I am doing much better and I am happy with the progress. :) Oh..and I seem to be sleeping better...coincidence...maybe. We'll see! :)

Can't wait for my next shake! This one seems to be empty! :D