Laws and Sausages

This shot of fireworks at last summer's Shaker Heights July 4th show reminds me of champagne.

Since radio is heard and not seen, listeners don't see the announcer prep. This is as it should be. If you knew what went into a show, you'd be so exhausted you'd cease to be entertained.

That said, one thing radio announcers must be willing to do is stay overnight at the station if the weather turns ugly. That was the case Tuesday night when freezing rain and sleet made their presence felt in Cleveland. It was impossible to predict how the roads would be early Wednesday morning. When in doubt, tough it out at work.

I pushed together two upholstered benches and, with a makeshift pillow, gave slumber a try. It worked reasonably well, though the next day I was walking at a 90-degree angle. The next time I'll bring an air mattress. Oy.