December 15, 2005 Issue
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December 15, 2005 Issue
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Opinion
So much to learn; so much to do It’s been 15 years since I started my job as editor of the Chestnut Hill Local. Seems like only yesterday. Wait! Actually, it was almost yesterday; it’s been 15 days as I write this. I have “accomplished” more in those 15 short days than even I could have imagined. I have been unable to catch the names of more than 95 percent of the people who have called me. Some people leave messages and speak so quickly, the FBI couldn’t decode the words with a low speed tech something-or-other. Files and articles I thought were enough to overflow the paper barely filled three or four pages. Several of my files are out in cyberspace somewhere and I wish the governing bodies of the planets they were beamed to would kindly return them. I left the production team wandering through my files trying to find the one they needed. It’s supposed to be a well-ordered procedure. Maybe it will be some day. But not right now. And, they have been more than patient. I have vowed not to be the first one in the office because I’m sure I’ll set the alarm off. I understand the local police are wonderful, but I don’t want them accosting me first thing in the morning. I have managed to save an article after hours of work, only to be asked “Revert to saved?” Sure, what the heck. Good bye two hours’ worth of work. Some nice things have happened. People on the street actually have stopped me and wished me luck. All right, that’s not exactly the truth. They’ve asked if I was crazy. The parking lot attendants are friendly and pleasant and always wish me a good morning or a good night. Nice way to start or end the day. I am not a graphic designer and had an enormous amount of support from one of the editorial people who helped me lay out the paper. I stand by my first impression of the staff. They have been more than kind and considerate. And, I bet they’re wondering the same thing I am. What marvels will I accomplish in the next 15 days.
Carole Boynton |
