after listening to the news this morning 14 yr old says:
“It’s strange that people think that a vaccine that has helped millions of people will kill them but a virus that has killed millions of people won’t.”
Earlier this morning Peter peacefully passed away. We've learned a lot about him in the last month through your visits & notes.That he was a mentor to some, a colleague to others & a friend to all. This has brought us great comfort. We're so proud of Peter. TY, The Watts Family
5th wave is here.
am going back to pre vaccine mindset - i.e no travel, limited in person contacts.
We must protect our health care system & its workers at all cost.
Full stop.
Who’s with me? 👊
just heard the news from Regina
@WHLPats
& like to extend hearty congrats to John Paddock on his retirement...what a career behind the bench & in the front office👊
here we are 31 years ago during
@NHLJets
1.0😀
my first book was rejected 14x by publishing houses.
I was just looking at those letters as we prep for Book 6 of
@LucyTriesSports
whatever you’re doing...don’t quit.
its part of the journey👊
Dear friends please send strong vibes to veteran broadcaster Peter Watts as he recovers in hospital from an aneurysm. As you can see, a supportive colleague. In fact, PW has been there for…
Vintage
#TSN
. March '94. Transferred from
#Winnipeg
to
#Calgary
. Not much has changed at that rink 😆
Terrific times covering this region & filling in for David Pratt in Vancouver 👊🙏
#TBThursday
Over the past wk Peter’s medical condition has taken a turn for the worse. He is now in a medically induced coma & sadly is not expected to recover. His family will gather early next week to say good bye & they're open to those of you that wish to see him in ICU at the Rockyview
no matter how/why it happens, losing your job is always personal. I know this intimately. it can take an emotional, mental & physical toll. its brutal.
it'll take time to cope but you WILL persevere. Believe that. DM me if you need👊
#media
#TSN
#CTV
In Norway, Prime Minister Erna Solberg just held a press conference specifically for children.
For half an hour, she and her team answered questions submitted by kids across the country.
She told them it was normal to be scared but that everything would be okay.
#Leadership
Today marks the 2nd anniversary of when we said goodbye to Peter Watts. A
#TSN
Original & mentor to so many.
Miss your insight Pete! - Buttons ❤️
#sports
#media
We were flying the retro
#TSN
colours during our recent reunion. Network launched 35 yrs ago so we had to celebrate!
Super grateful to share this special connection w so many good people🙏
Rod, myself & many others started as writers for what was then "Sportsdesk" Good times🙌
the original
#TSN
newsroom.
This was "The Row" where we flugens would watch the games & write hilight pacs for the commentators
many of us started our careers here.
& yes those are typewriters.😆
#tbt
I could rant & rave about more restrictions but what good would that do for my health?
Instead, I say to my fellow Albertans that I’m ready to do what’s required to save lives & win this war.
It’s us vs. the variants.
Who’s with me?
'Six people will receive the gift of life':
#Humboldt
Broncos player from Lethbridge signed an organ donor card upon turning 21, just weeks ago.
#HumboldtBroncos
#Lethbridge
8 yrs ago
@JayOnrait
connected me to Claire when she was exploring how to break into the biz
“She seems to be in it for the right reasons” he'd said
How true that statement was & is. Its been a pure joy watching you chase & earn these opportunities Claire! 🙌
@TSN_Sports
#YOW
While everyone in Ottawa is eagerly waiting for Brady Tkachuk to sign…I’ll casually drop in to say I’m joining the
@TSN_Sports
team in
#YOW
!
So excited for this opportunity & I can’t wait to cover all the major sports stories in our nation’s capital 🇨🇦🍁
in a funk? here's my top 3 ways for getting out of it.
just used them a few days ago:
1. Walk. ideally in nature.
2. call a friend/colleague. its amazing how 1 convo can turn around a low moment
3. write down 5 things you're grateful for right now.
hope this helps👊
Every Election Day I think of the brave souls who made the ultimate sacrifice to ensure our freedoms. especially WW2 🙏
For them, I will never miss the opportunity to exercise my right to vote.
#Election2021
@RoyalCdnLegion
@CAFinUS
fyi: now booking Feb virtual visits w extra focus on these winter
#olympic
sports
our K-4 interactive presentations inspire children to be active through reading
any english speaking/fr immersion educator on the planet is welcome to DM me😀
#teachers
#education
#literacy
⛸️🛷🏒
Our friend and teammate Darren Dutchyshen passed away Wednesday. We will be honouring Dutch over the coming days, as his closest friends & co-workers share stories about what made him truly one of a kind.
Rod Smith on his remarkable career and life:
This is Scott's 30th season in the booth.
So when you see the stats, now you know who generates them!
A quality person who I've known my entire working life & a true ally in every sense of the word.
Enjoy the season Mr Sooney👊
#BlueJays
#media
Over the past wk Peter’s medical condition has taken a turn for the worse. He is now in a medically induced coma & sadly is not expected to recover. His family will gather early next week to say good bye & they're open to those of you that wish to see him in ICU at the Rockyview
Pete is hearing YOU! He continues to battle & is getting the absolute best care at Rockyview in Calgary.
Keep sending your positive energies my friends 🙏🙏💕
#prayers
@770CHQR
@TSN_Sports
@CBCEdmonton
All the discussion of men abusing positions of power has me reflecting on how blessed I’ve been in my career. I’ve always worked in a male dominated environment but with exceptional men who I’ve learned a great deal from, especially in business. Cheers to the good guys! 👍
Lisa Bowes' journey from Olympics to authoring 'Lucy Tries' series is a tale of resilience and vision. From late-night ideas to a beloved book series, discover her inspiring story.
#LucyTries
#AuthorJourney
@lisabowes
mulling over a pxp gig but last time in booth was 14 yrs ago! so if I decide to pursue, it means getting as many reps as possible.
this is a skill set that doesn’t come overnight - you need to put the work in👊
#media
my job losses were especially hard on my parents. especially b/c the 1st one was so public.
sending strong vibes to the families of those affected by recent layoffs. its a difficult process for all.
But you WILL get through it.🙏
Friends, if you've never been fired, laid off/made redundant, pls don't worry! You WILL be fine. No sense expending energy on something u can't control.
My
#1
suggestion, & it sure helped me, write down all the things your'e
#grateful
for on a daily basis💪
#mentalhealth
#COVID19
after my 1st job loss, the public aftermath was hard to deal with.
especially when 1 newspaper columnist speculated it was b/c I was a woman.
I remember being so steamed by that insinuation.
But again, its how you respond that counts.
THAT is everything.👊
Honoured to be part of
@Siksika_Nation
Health Fair & wonderful to see so many friendly faces incl former NHL'er
@Jtootoo22
who shared his story of grief, resiliency & healing. Bravo Jordin & great outreach w
@TeamTootooFund
Hope your kids enjoy their Lucy book! 🙏
@siksikahealth
Cancelling next weeks trip to see my folks. Too much uncertainty & actually they’d rather I stay away:
“This is like a war and sacrifices need to be made” they said.
strong vibes to those of you who are unable to be with your loved ones. We will get through this 🙏
am thinking a multi media sports platform?
combine all elements - news, talk, pro, local, international, amateur, editorials, kids, podcasts etc etc.
might know a few people to staff.
#reframe
#reimagine
#media
these helped me after job loss:
*exercise every day so you can trigger endorphins to combat negative thoughts
*reach out to your champions. people who exude positivity. its possible they'll offer ideas for your "reset" b/c they're on the outside of your battered brain😩
The only place I go to get my skates sharpened or repaired is
@BreakawaySR
at WinSport
1st met Gus when he was the
@NHLFlames
equip mgr so we're talking the best of the best! 👊😁
I was a wreck when I was told to "leave the building" but I was determined that "they" weren't going to have my ENTIRE day. There had to be something positive. So we went out for a big feast @ the old Lobster Trap in Toronto. Unfortunately, they were showing
#TSN
🙄
When I became a sportscaster, I had to work hard to be accepted by viewers. especially males.
feeling a little déjà vu now with
@LucytriesSports
"Lucy Tries" books are for boys, girls...all children.
She's a cool kid just like them & a unique character in sports literature🙌
throwback to how much fun I had telling these types of stories-
@TorontoArgos
def coord
@CoreyJMace
talking abt his love of food when he was w
@calstampeders
always appreciated the
@CFL
's access to players, all the way back to
@Wpg_BlueBombers
K Bob Cameron's renovating biz👊
Friends, really appreciate your support🙏
Plugging a signing event is part of the biz of
#books
It's been quite a transition from
#broadcasting
to this world, but fiercely believe in Lucy's mission:To inspire kids to try sport/be active so they can lead healthier & happier lives!
dear fellow Albertans,
am feeling your anger, fear & anxiety.
sending you strong vibes as together we "batten down the hatches" ...again😩
lets make this the shortest wave ever. Who's with me?
#StaySafeStayHealthy
After a job loss there’s a swift reaction from supporters which really helps ease the pain.
But then, reality starts creeping in.
I worried constantly about $.
It was paralyzing & sometimes I wouldn’t get out of bed.
there'll be hard days but you’ll get through this👊
Celebrating another reprint for
@LucyTriesSports
's
#hockey
book w the incredible James Hearne who lovingly brought "Lucy" to life with his gorgeous illustrations.
We're SO excited for you to see our next title:
"Lucy Tries Baseball" Coming soon!🙌⚾️📚
.
#Throwback
to when Robert Reichel brought me a coffee from the back after morning skate😆
recall being grateful for the java but mostly for the acceptance I felt at the time🙏
#media
@NHLFlames
#tbt
following the science & my Mom's cardiologist who shared with her (6 wks ago) that we can reduce transmission by 80% if we
#MaskUp
.😷
So let's do this so we can get through this!
#Iwearthisforyou
#COVID19
Dear friends, we gathered all your tweets/texts so they (you) were part of the service & will go w the family to Kingston. Special TX
@770CHQR
's Andrea Montgomery for compiling these binders in the style of PW
Also incl his
@queensu
@TSN_Sports
jackets, microphone & rolodex 🙌❤️
Wonderful to see
@CTVCalgary
legend Darrel Janz!
It was our first time seeing each other since my layoff 5 yrs ago
Whenever I see former colleagues in person it’s SO uplifting 🙌
TY DJ for today..such fun to be on the other side of an interview❤️
recent covid news will again affect our bottom line.
would love to go hide under a duvet but instead I'll channel this African proverb:
"you can't turn the wind, so turn the sail"👊
Thank YOU for helping us get to 6 books in the series & for supporting the
@LucyTriesSports
mission: to inspire all kids to be active and persevere as they learn to read!❤️
Thank you Webber Academy for the awesome display of
@LucyTriesSports
🙌🙏📚
Have said it before, will say it again...Librarians are the BEST!
#reading
#kidlit
What you're seeing is a
#media
community showing 💕
#respect
for 1 of our vets. As I share your msgs w PW am reminded of others who've guided me both professionally & personally & I ask myself "Have I told them?" Time to send a few more notes.
#gratitude
#WednesdayWisdom
#TSN
#CBC
Friends...PW told me a week ago that he knew he had a lot of support. I was able to share quite a few of your messages with him. So very blessed for that. Wonderful to see the stories being shared. TY
#TSN
#CBC
@770CHQR
thinking of all the little girls that are now declaring:
"I'm going to be a professional soccer player"
Bravo
@sincy12
@dmatheson8
for your inspiring leadership👏⚽️
amazing support🙏
"Lucy Tries Baseball is a great book for kids. Sport teaches us life lessons, like how to battle through when things get tough. Lucy is a great example of what it looks like to persevere through different challenges" -Justin Morneau, Former AL MVP & father of 5
I found my way into sports media while playing soccer for
@WesternU
Fellow student, now TSN producer Greg Sands, suggested I volunteer at
@radiowestern
So these beauties were my very 1st interviewees.
Thank you team. Thank you soccer.🙏⚽️
#tbt
#media
just received a big "NO" to a pitch so feeling a little deflated.
like to think of these blows as "standing 8's" so am just a little stunned...
walking it off now. Cheers👊
#controlyourcontrollables
#selftalk