Did you say LUNCH?

I generally eat lunch in the studio (please don't tell the engineer), so...I am totally excited to be dining out this Friday, October 23. It's like an extended hall pass!

I hope you can join me at BOTANA'S. It's easy to find. It's near downtown at 816 S. 5th Street. Why? Well.. you gotta eat, right? And you'll get FREE enchilda soup with your lunch entree! Plus they have free parking and they will give you a punch card. You dine there 5 times for lunch and then you get a free lunch-on them! Oh, and don't be surprised when you walk in and are comforted with the words, "Welcome Home!"

I'll be there from noon until 2:00. Hopefully you will too!

Oh my..

Okay I was so excited to get my Kate Gosselin wig and had to show it off to my fellow DJ's. Why was I shocked to Stan walking through the office with it on? Now we just have to find him 8 kids!

Hey Rick, great show!

Okay, well Cindy and I had this idea. We thought we would introduce Rick Springfield at his show at the Wisconsin State Fair. After the show we'd get his autograph, then hang out with the band. And we'd have front row seats!

Okay..so sometimes things don't go according to plan. We didn't get to see Rick except from our seats in the grandstand. But you know what? We had a great time. Hence the photo!

Where's the food on a stick?

Well... we knew it would come to an end. The State Fair that is. But wait-Zoo ala Carte is this week. Goody more food and animals.

Who thought of this?

The chocolate covered bacon on a stick even made news on CNN. Did I try it? C'mon, what do you think?

Moooooooo!

I'm debating if I should enter the Cousins Subs mooing contest. Imagine having the title of Wisconsin's Best Mooer!

I smell ribs!

This would be a niced-sized piggy bank. Fill it up!

Go Stan go!

He gave it his all, but the five pound cream puff was too much for him. How do you prep for that?

What a line up!

It's shameful, but we rarely get to hang out. So we figured we needed to get a photo on record. It's CV, me, and Cindy Huber.

Say cheese. Or creampuff!

Back at the fair!

The pig is so cute and the owners from Johnson Creek were super nice.

Giddy up!

This is Callie. She was nice enough not to buck me off!

If you can't find it at the fair...

Okay.. here is my buddy Jim from the Promo Dept. He is debating if he should buy the horse on a rope thing. I thought yes until I found the mini fan that squirts water!

Man, this place has it all! When do we get paid again?

4 wheelin' it.

Oh yeah, this could be alot of fun! Check out these Arctic Cats at the Fair.

One problem-where do the carseats go?

State Fair

Each year I say I'm going to pace myslef. And each year I don't! How can I? I mean there must be over one thousand food vendors all in once place.

Cream puffs, corn dogs, and now chocolate covered bacon on a stick!

Oh, we're livin' on a prayer

I'm not sure what best describe the Bon Jovi show last night. Awesome comes to mind. The weather was near perfect. The amphitheater was sold out. People were swaying to the music.

Absolutely worth every penny.

Oh, did I mention how nicely Jon Bon Jovi has aged? Very!

It's here!

There's kind of a giddy feeling here in the office. Summerfest begins today!

Yeah, we get excited too. I mean, for weeks we talk about it, and when it arrives it's "showtime" for a radio station. We have ticket giveaways, promotional staff setting up our booth, and lots of information pouring in daily about this magical 11 day event! I hope you'll be going to to experience the same emotion. Perhaps I'll see you there.

It's a ritual

Maybe it's because we have long winters. Maybe it's because we need to use up those vacation days. Or maybe it's the best time you can have in one place in Milwaukee. Whatever it is, attending Summerfest is like a ritual for many.

We've been giving away Sumerfest tickets for the last couple weeks and it's always nice to hear personal stories of how the World's Largest Musical Festival becomes part of the fabric of our lives.

One man told me it's a family affair. The wife and kids attend together every year. Another woman explained that her friend from another state visits the entire run of Summerfest and they go everyday. And yes, I have heard of people planning their vacation days around Summerfest. Of course we know there will be lots of sick days used too!

It's different things to different people. But in the end, it is a good time for all.

Countdown!

Is is it just me or does it always seem like you're a kid when it comes to Summerfest? You know, you get all excited days ahead, keep thinking of the special day, and yammering about it to your friends and co-workers.

Let the yammering begin. Thursday is the start of Summerfest and I am totally geeked! My friend from book club got tickets and it's gonna be a very fun ladies night!

That is the thing about Summerfest. It just gets you in a good mood. It reminds you to live a little. And it reminds you that there just may be a kid in all of us!

Mmmm, Summerefest!

I was trying to recall the first time I went to Summerfest. I know it was in the mid 80's. I do recall going to see INXS. My brother drove and brought a friend of his. I invited one of my friends. I guess we were all too cool to hang out together so we parted ways before the show.

I remember the wooden "planks" as I call them at the old main stage. They were a bit worn and most people would stand on them anyway. Of course there was always someone behind you yelling, "Sit down, we can't see." But when the music started they were usually up dancing too!

Unless my memory is completely shot that, show was cut short as there was a major downpour. We're talking flooding. Sure wish we had come up with a contingency plan for bad weather. My friend and I waited outside the car for my brother for an hour. Apparently my brother and his buddy took shelter under a beer tent!

I haven't talked to my friend in a long time. But I hope she has the same fond memories of that day at Summerfest as me. The excitement of getting to the park. Seeing all those people waiting for the show. Just being silly and then singing in the rain!

The Big Reveal My post-procedure photos!

Drum roll, please! Now do you see what I have been talking about? The only reason I was willing to post my before shots was because I knew the results would be amazing. What you CAN'T see is how much better I feel. No more cramping and pain. And who knows, I might just be inclined to wear a skirt this Summer.

I cannot tell you how much I have enjoyed working with the satff at Milwaukee Vein and Laser Center. They took care of everything from working with my insurance company to my post procedure follow-ups. They are professional, thorough, and actually alot of fun to be around! I think this is the part where I offer yout their number so you can give them a call for yourself. Oh, and be sure to ask them about their monthly specials. Here's the number- 414-761-VEIN. And feel free to e-mail me at Julie@b933fm.com.