On September 22, 2011, I had the honor of being inducted into the Buffalo Broadcasters Hall of Fame. My husband, Mike, and my son, Michael, shared the wonderful experience with me.

News 4 Senior Correspondent Rich Newberg, himself a Hall of Famer, interviewed Vic Baker and me live for the 6 p.m. news just before we were inducted into the Buffalo Broadcasters Hall of Fame.

WIVB-TV President and General Manager Chris Musial and News Director Joe Schlaerth were among many from Channel 4 who watched the 15th annual Hall of Fame induction ceremony.

I was so happy to have my youngest son, Michael, at the ceremony. His older brother, Matt, attends law school in Washington, D.C., and was unable to attend.

Vic Baker speaks during his induction into the Buffalo Broadcasters Hall of Fame. Vic, current producer of News 4 at 6, has many stories to tell after more than 40 years in the broadcast industry!

I began my induction speech by thanking my husband and two sons for their sacrifices in supporting my 32 years in broadcast news.

I was grateful that so many friends and co-workers were in the audience.

Longtime co-worker Chief Meteorologist Don Paul was one of many colleagues in the audience. News 4 Sports Director John Murphy also came between newscasts on this Thursday night.

I was so happy that News 4 Technical Director Mickey Clemons and his wife, Ruth, attended the ceremony. Mickey and I have worked together for more than 28 years.

Don Angelo, one of the founders of the Buffalo Broadcasters Association, was inducted into the Hall of Fame after more than 44 years in all aspects of broadcasting.

Many in the audience were eager to see Shane "Brother Shane" Gibson inducted into the Buffalo Broadcasters Hall of Fame

Mary Pinto, a longtime volunteer at Roswell Park Cancer Institute, was one of several dear friends who attended the ceremony. In fact, Mary gave me the necklace I was wearing that night!

Everyone who is a member of the Buffalo Broadcasters Association was invited onstage after the ceremony for a group photo.

Four friends and Broadcast Hall of Famers: Vic Baker, me, Kevin O'Connell and Ann Deckop. Kevin and I were actually news co-anchors when he worked at Channel 4. Ann was assistant to the Channel 4 General Manager for decades. She began working for WBEN-TV when it was broadcasting from the Statler Towers.

Two friends and co-workers who support me every day -- and brought me flowers! Aaron Mason produces the 11 p.m. news at Channel 4 and Mark Parrotte produces the news at 5 p.m.

A joy to be surrounded by family on this special night -- my husband and son, my sister, Patti, and her husband, Gary. Thanks to one and all who made this an unforgettable night!