Oddly enough, when it comes to hard boiled eggs, I am not a fan. But I do like them in salads. My wife, on the other hand, likes hard boiled eggs, but hates them in a salad! So... My "Texter's Choice" question for Tuesday, April 9th was: Do you like egg in your salad? The results: 78% said Yes 22% said No What would you say? Check out my daily "Texter's Choice" question every afternoon on WQMX at around 3:53pm...and hear the results when I announce them at 4:23pm! And make sure YOU vote everyday with our Studio Text Line (Powered by Discount Outlet) at 330-370-2000.

“The Road Ahead, Leaves Other Roads Behind”

 

I recently took a seven hour road trip, which is something I hadn’t done in a long time.  For me, flying has become the preferred way to go.  But as we embarked on our journey where airplanes were not an option, it became clear, that a day on the road was in order.  And I am thankful for it.

I, like you, drive a lot in my everyday life and most of it not fun.  To and from work, station appearances, errands and the like, many times at strange times of the day – or night – or sort of both.  But I was reminded there is something different about a road trip.  Leaving on an adventure that has no time restraint, its own schedule, and is strictly for pleasure.  It’s very different to want to venture out, than have to.

Plus we were on our way to a place never ventured.   As I settled in behind the wheel, it hit me that this was not a challenge at all.  This was to be embraced,  as there was something alluring about setting out freely on the open road.   And even though it may have appeared at first to be a long jaunt, I found it may not have been long enough.

Sometimes it’s good to see a different area code in a way only a long drive can.  Hours to clear our minds, trying to find various radio stations to listen to, and seeing things new to us. You see, a clear road ahead sometimes is the best way to leave a routine road behind.  In the world today it is rare for any of us to venture out on our own time.  It was a nice feeling to know that our journey, was exactly that.  OUR journey, on our time, our way. 

 

Driving Songs?  Why not?

 

And some are just silly, but fun!

 

Just a quick note today. I've been known to enjoy a Jack Daniels or two and I'm guessing you have a had a few yourself over time.   I admit, it is my drink of choice when I am in that kind of mood.  And after recently visiting their one and only distillery on earth in Lynchburg, Tennessee, I learned so much.  It's worth a drive there if you are in the area this summer on your vacation. 

                      
        
This is the spring where all the water comes from they make every bottle of Jack in the world. Who knew?

 

Here are the new movies this week that will join Dumbo, Us, Shazam, and Pet Sematary as your biggest choices at the movies!

 

The Missing Link

It may be interesting to see how this does at the box office this week.  I have seen a ton ot TV ads for this. That many times is not a good sign.  Much of the hype surrounding this, is the great voice work which includes Hugh Jackman, Zoe Saldana, and Zac Galifianakis, Emma Thompson and others.  But the early reviews on this are good, and it does look for a fun family night at the movies.

 

 

Hellboy

Here we go again. More Hellboy. Been there, done that.

 

 

 

Little

Could be a fun spring break comedy. Boom!  You were a grown, highly successful business woman and now you are 12 on outside, but still a grown woman inside.  This stars Regina Hall, and looks like this could be be fun if it stays on message.

 

I was lucky enough over the weekend to go see a sight that I am glad I did.  Your kids may be taking a trip this month for school, or already did, to Washington DC, and I hope they saw the Cherry Blossoms.  Windy and I took a road trip there, and I am glad we did.

                                                                 

It really was an incredible sight that everyone at some point should see.  Huge crowds as you might expect, and with that said I'm not sure I need to go during peak season and see them again, but this was a feast for the eyes.

Quicken Loans Arena is getting a new name this week. It will how be known as Rocket Mortgage Field House.  Remember when our local sports venues had simple names?  Names like Municipal Stadium and The Coliseum?  And remember, the Richfield Coliseum was right here in Summit County.

Recently I have driven past this intersection a few times, and every time I do, I think the exact same thing.  The junction of I-271 and State Route 303 was the home of the Coliseum.  And even though the massive structure that was the Miracle In Richfield has been long gone for about 25 years, the gigantic piece of land is still empty.  That alone, is a miracle.

 

                                                                            

When the Coliseum opened in the mid 1970's it was a marvel.  It replaced the dark, dank Cleveland Arena that was the Cavaliers, Barons, and Crusaders home for years.  The Coliseum was a showplace and was the envy of most other cities at the time.  So many great times happened there, and then one day it was just - over.  As the movement to build arenas and stadiums downtown reemerged.  Just was the Coliseum led the charge to build them out from the city 20 years earlier.  A trend that many cities followed.

I always think it's a shame there is not something there, that says it was there.  There should be a marker that states this place was so great for so long, and gave so many such joy.  With sports, events, and music.  It was the first beacon of a new hope for an area that needed some good news at that time, and it delivered.  From the moment Frank Sinatra (1974) opened the building with a concert, to the Cavs last game.

Long remember the Coliseum....

It is National Unicorn Day- there is a day for everything! As a child of the 80s and 90s, I grew up with Lisa Frank stickers, folders and more and played with My Little Ponies. I am no stranger to the magical unicorn. In recent years, the unicorn is everywhere from cakes to shirts and beyond. I am not sure what it is about the mystical, magical creature that intrigues us all. Maybe it is another passing fad, but seeing them makes me nostalgic and happy and I really want a unicorn cake for my next birthday. 

 

Here is a great list of 17 great unicorn items from lights, stuffed animals to stickers, pillows, pool floats, jewelry and even unicorn tears lipstick! Have fun looking, I sure did!

Unicorn Fun!

4/9/19

WQMX Meal Deal

At 9am you can get a $50 gift certificate to Lanning's for $25 while suppiles last! 

Brett Young to be a dad…
Michael Ray has another #1…

Congratulations go out to Brett Young and his wife, Taylor, who announced they are expecting their first child together.
They have been married for four months the baby is due in the early fall.
Brett says, "We have always shared the same heart for wanting a family. I love knowing that we get to give this little one an amazing life, and I just can't wait for the future ahead of us as a family. We are so blessed."

Congrats to Michael Ray as he celebrates his 3rd number one this week. One That Got Away is sitting at the top of the Mediabase Country Airplay chart.

4/9/19

Do the right thing when no one is watching. It’s called integrity.