It’s a lot harder to do the commentary when I have to stare at the camera instead of reading my notes — my CNN iReport and live interview were nerve-wracking, because it was the first time I had really had to do this.

Practice makes perfect, though — this time I was able to do the whole recording in one take, with only minor edits to the occasional stumble.

I have LOTS of respect for newscasters who do this live on air, with no errors, or edits to cover mistakes — even with a teleprompter, it is very difficult to do.

Thanks,
Gray.

Will look for you in next Sunday’s Tornonto Star.

Happy new year to you and your family,