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And then there were four. This year, the Final Four came to me!

Happy to see so many of my friends from CBS, Turner, and our amazing freelance community out here at State Farm Stadium.

You never know who you're going to see on Amazon Live! I had a great time directing and TDing "A Chat Beyond the Stars" with Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson and Dr. Wendy A. Okolo. They had the chance to answer viewer questions about the cosmos and the future of space exploration. Watch it here: https://buff.ly/48heRO1

Here's a sentence I haven't said in a while: the A crew's in Detroit! Should be a great matchup between the Seahawks and the Lions coming your way on FOX!

Hey there, it's been a hot minute since I last shared with you all. And you know what? It's not because I've been buried under work or wrapped up in super-secret NDAs. Nope, something different happened this time. I decided to hit the brakes and take a proper vacation – yeah, you read that right!

Let's talk about burnout – that sneaky little monster that can creep up on any of us, especially us freelancers. It's tough to mentally give ourselves permission to step away, right? But here's the deal: a vacation isn't just time off; it's an investment in your own well-being.

Sure, I had to decline some gigs, and yeah, I might've missed out on a few shiny opportunities. But guess what? The world didn't stop turning. In fact, I came back with a clearer mind, fresher ideas, and newfound energy.

So, as we gear up for the busy season ahead, remember this: it's not just about working hard, but working smart. It's about knowing when to hit pause so you can come back stronger.

Stay inspired, take care of yourself, and never forget that you're worth the investment – vacation mode: ON! 🌴🌞🚀