"Welcome South, Brother" : Continuous preparation

This week was like no other. On Monday, I had the opportunity to shadow reporter Rikki Klaus as she covered a story about how the Atlanta Beltline and Piedmont Park have overcrowded with Pokemon Go gamers. One Atlanta resident said that gamers get in the way of people who exercise, ride bikes or walk in those areas to take in the scenery. In addition, we had the opportunity to talk to a group of people who play the game regularly, even during their lunch breaks. The resident and group agreed that the game has brought people together in the midst of all of the tragedy in the world.

On Tuesday, I had the opportunity to partake in "Atlanta Unite!," a televised forum hosted by WSB-TV. The forum featured a panel of community leaders including Mayor Kasim Reed and Police Chief George Turner and concerned Atlanta residents. The forum was meant to give the community the opportunity to ask questions about the current state of the city and hear from Atlanta leadership. I learned a lot from that powerful and one-of-a-kind experience.

On Saturday, I had the opportunity to shadow a WSB photographer as he captured footage for three different stories. My favorite was a back to school event hosted by Hosea Feed the Hungry and Homeless. They provided over 3,000 children with school supplies, food, clothes and more. Also, I had the opportunity to meet the daughter of Hosea Williams who also serves as the CEO of the foundation.

Every week provides me the opportunity to grow as a person and a journalist. From life skill to professional skills, I know God is using this opportunity to mold me into the person and journalist who will make a difference.

Before I go, the student newscast is on Wednesday, so I need all of the prayer warriors to come together and keep me lifted. I'm a little nervous but excited to do what I've always dreamed of doing. I promise to let you know how it goes!

Tune in next week!