The Mysterious Attraction of the Cape to the Pen

I'm a geek, plain and simple. Those that know me best know that fact very well. I put that out there because what follows is an opinion that is not totally unbiased. Many people know that I am a reporter but few know the real reasons I got into the business. 

For some it is about the smell of the newsprint or the thrill of being published. To be honest, I love all those things, but that is not it. For me, it's all about the cape. That's right, you heard me, a cape. I got into journalism because I wanted to be Superman. Deep down I think all reporters are nudged into the profession, at least partially, because they want to be superheroes. 

Is it all that crazy? not really.  Regardless of your industry all journalist are driven by their undying need bring truth to the people. Some of us get closer than others. Adventure and the thrill of getting a getting to the heart of a story give us the the strength to do some pretty amazing things. 

No matter how mundane the average article may seem to you it is impossible not to get involved in a story. Every day it is the hard working reporters and journalists of the world that get their hands dirty digging up issues and bringing the truth to the people. We may not be able to fly or deflect bullets but believe me, we would if we could.  

I remember being about 8 or 9 and seeing Christopher Reeve play Superman for the first time. The moment he peeled away his work clothes and donned the suit I knew, just knew, that's what I wanted to be when I grew up. I know I am not alone, although I may be one of the first with the courage to put it in print. I took the lead, it is time for others to follow.