Being Safe in the Water
Everyone loves swimming in the summer. Whether it’s a local pool, water park or one of West Michigan’s awesome lakes, make sure to be safe.
- When in the sun, make sure you always wear sunscreen with at least SPF 15.
- Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
- Pay attention to signs of heatstroke, like excessive sweating, racing heart rate, dizziness and fatigue.
- When near the water make sure that all children know how to swim. If not, children should wear a Coast Guard approved lifejacket at all times.
- Make sure that all children in the water have proper supervision. There should always be one designated adult watching who isn’t reading a book, tanning or talking with friends.
I’ve been a part of the WOOD TV8 team since 2005. As Special Projects Producer, I work side by side with Maranda making things happen behind the scenes. I coordinate Maranda’s Park Parties each summer and produce a variety of station broadcasts and events through out the year. I also serve as the producer of Maranda’s weekly half-hour show, Where You Live. I love the variety of my job and getting to be a part of the impact Maranda is making on kids in our community!
Outside of work, I've been married for seven years to my husband John and we have two beautiful daughters, Sophia and Stella. When I'm not busy trying to keep up with the kids, I spend "me time" reading fashion or celebrity magazines, sneaking in some good reality television, walking around Reeds Lake with girlfriends and exploring new restaurants with my hubby.
Inspirations for my blog come from my daily life as a busy working mom -- trying to juggle a full time job and be a full time mom to a spitfire five year old and a new baby.