I had an excellent first interview in the lovely town of Jordan, which boasts a population of almost four thousand. Mary Schenck and Cecilia Hanle could not have been any more kind and understanding, especially considering the circumstances of the events before the interview.
No one ever said that the life of a journalism intern was glamorous. While I have been on every ride at Valleyfair at least five times, apparently that does not qualify me as an expert on all things Shakopee.
I found this out when I got lost on my way to Jordan, Minnesota for my first official interview. I drove north instead of south, battling harsh sprays of rain in both directions before being blinded by the sun.
The sun appeared to guide me as I was on my way to Jordan, finally on the right track. Once I arrived in Jordan, I saw the meeting place for our interview, only to then speed past it.
However, driving mishaps aside, the interview was wonderful and I thank both Ms. Hanle and Ms. Schenck for their patience and cooperation. I could not have asked for better interviewees.
I am looking forward to seeing their art on display in the Jordan Art Festival on June 23rd and 24th in Historic Downtown Jordan, Minnesota.
I managed to get partially "re-routed" (let's say) on the way back to Burnsville from Jordan, but I can say that experience is the best teacher, and I doubt that I will get lost again. I hope not, anyway.
Is it just me or are directions from Mapquest sometimes too specific for their own good? Maybe the directions were just too direct for me.
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