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Oct. 3, 2014

10/3/2014

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Rachel and Matt.
Good afternoon to you all.  Today I'll update you on our weather conditions and then reintroduce you to Matt Lowell, who is finishing up his second season on the LeConte Lodge crew.

Thursday's weather turned out to be pretty nice, though the clouds swallowed us last night.  The winds began to howl overnight.  The wind velocity was not uncommon for LeConte, but, with a couple of exceptions, we haven't had a whole lot of wind since the spring.  The wind raised its voice to you as it rounded every cabin corner.  Thursday's high was 62 with a low of 47.  We had no precipitation at observation time early this morning, though that changed by breakfast.

Yesterday we hit a season countdown milestone I watch for every year on LeConte.  Some people begin to count down from midseason.  Others begin at 100 days left to start their countdown.  I know we're in the homestretch when the number of guests we host equals or surpasses the number of nights left in the season.  Last night we hosted 56 guests, equal to the 56 days left in the season.

When I offer the crew members a chance to introduce themselves, I give them some latitude to write their profile.  Matt decided to take quite a bit of latitude, but I think you'll enjoy it.  I'll turn the update over to Matt.
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Dearest High on LeConte readers,

This is my second season on our beloved Mt. LeConte, and my time here is rapidly drawing to a close.  It has been a remarkable experience, but I will spare you all from too much remarking.

Instead, seeing as how this is my five minutes on the blog, I thought I would take some time to shamelessly self-promote as I look forward to the future.  In a few short months I will be hunched over a computer with a $2 cup of coffee by my side, mooching wi-fi and working tirelessly to fill out applications.  No kerosene lanterns, no propane heaters, just the sleet-wet streets of Nashville and the steadfast resolve of a tender-hearted, hard-working, mountain man trying to find a job in the big city.

I know this blog is read by people all over the world and from many different backgrounds.  So if this bores you, I will take no offense if you minimize your browser window, turn back to that spreadsheet and try HighonLeConte.com another day.  I assure you that there will be enough lodges, llamas and lanterns to get you through the week.

However, if you happen to be an HR person, hiring manager or owner of a business in the Nashville, Tenn., area, please read on.

My name is Matthew Lee Lowell.  I am 28 years old, well traveled, easy going, hard working and, starting February 2015, on the prowl for employment.

I have a degree in public relations.  Aside from all the specific classes and clubs and campaigns, what that means is I am a communicator.  I like taking an idea or information and packaging it in a way that is concise, thorough and achieves a desired purpose.

I have worked successfully in sales.  I am currently working on a Kickstarter campaign for some friends, and I have written compelling letters to companies who, in return sent me a lot of really nice free stuff.  On Mt. LeConte I regularly communicate how to NOT turn a pilot light off on a propane heater.  Admittedly, I am not always successful in this endeavor.  LeConte's pilot lights tend to be a little tricky, as many of you can attest.

I love being out of doors, and my experience here on the mountain has really scratched that itch for me.  I'm not scared to scrub toilets and sweep floors.  I will look for lost hikers in the dark.  I will help carry a stretcher.  I will not shave my beard.  Trim, maybe.

I value humor in the workplace, and I like to feel good about what I do.  I have a passion for homebrew, writing, hiking and travel.  If you think I could fill a niche' in your business let's talk.  My Internet access is limited up here, but I will respond as soon as possible.  References, writing samples and resume available upon request.  No pyramid schemes, please.  Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

Matt Lowell
matt[dot]lee[dot]lowell[at]gmail[dot]com
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Thanks to Matt for providing his profile.  Allyson should return to the mountain from off days this afternoon and will take over updates.  Thanks for reading and come see us.  Happy trails.
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Matt at the Jumpoff.
13 Comments
norman
10/3/2014 06:25:16 am

Matt, hope you find what you are looking for!

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Jenny B. link
10/3/2014 06:32:12 am

All my support is behind you! I love the things you say and I hope a good employer spots that. I am a self-employed individual gradually making a transition to being a famous cranky blogger. So I can be of no help at all but wish you the best of luck.

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TracyG
10/3/2014 06:55:57 am

Matt, well done Sir, well done. Enjoyed reading today. You all have a blessed afternoon.

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Sharon S.
10/3/2014 07:18:47 am

Best wishes, Matt! I'm certain you'll find your next adventure soon. Geez though, is this the most turnover on the mountain at one time?

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norman
10/3/2014 08:02:38 am

Looks like it, Sharon.

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Scott
10/3/2014 09:21:27 am

Matt, good luck with your new career in Nashville. I wil always remember you because when we bought our shirts up top in 2013 you sold them to us. About a 1/4 down the mountain something made me check my wallet to see if I put the credit card back in. NOPE! Back up we went and it was still right where you set it down. Again, good luck in Nashville

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Jarrett Morgan link
10/3/2014 09:55:17 am

Best of Luck Matt. I'm sure everything will work out just fine.

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Bob
10/3/2014 01:30:04 pm

Allison the post is very to see ,think you fix it.

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elaine
10/3/2014 01:31:48 pm

What an ingenious intro to prospective employers, Matt. As already having paid my dues, I am one of the baby boomer generation, now retired. It's sad that you have found it is time to re-enter the "real" world of work. Good luck to you and don't just settle. It's a wonderful thing to be able to go each day to a job you love.

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Tenderfoot
10/3/2014 03:07:54 pm

Great intro Matt......you will go a long way! Remember if you do what you like you will never have to work a day in your life. I believe American Pickers are located in Nashville. Maybe you should look up Mike and Frank as I'm not sure they read this blog.

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Debi
10/4/2014 12:50:28 am

Matt, I'm a simple person. I just love all the dots in your email address. We have a heck of a wood pile in Michigan to keep you busy. And if you run out, we can always get you more. Good luck finding work. I have met you a couple times up there. Great guy you are! Had to laugh, last time we came up you were so busy checking people in you gave us our bucket and we said we've been here, we know where our cabin is and we know how to work the heater. So we didn't get the grand tour from you as we always do. Lol Good luck Matt!!

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David
10/4/2014 02:42:32 am

Matt:

If you're up for a freelancing gig, I might have a project or two I could send your way. I'll email you when the work starts up again.

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Jenn
10/6/2014 07:20:58 am

Best of luck to you Matt. Good luck on your new adventure. And Welcome to or welcome back to Nashville! :)

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