My husband and I have been grieving the loss of Tim Russert. We are almost disciples of Meet the Press, and I never miss the Today Show where he was a regular political analyst.

There are a million reasons the show resonated with me. As a former journalist, I loved seeing the integrity of journalism on this show. Even though I didn’t know him personally, I felt connected to Tim Russet because he was a personable, likeable person who was fair, tough, friendly and intelligent.

But what links us, and what I think I love the most was his unquenchable curiosity. This is something I’ve been teasingly criticized by my friends from time to time. Some say I have an intensive inquisitive nature. And, probably why I was drawn to journalism.

As a side note, I was thrilled to have the pleasure of seeing the handsome Tom Brokaw doing Meet the Press today. As my all-time favorite TV journalist and someone I’ve seen speak in person several years ago, it is always an honor to see his professionalism and incredible skills in communication leading the eulogy for Tim. Although his voice broke-up once during his remarks, he was able to lead his typically flawless and mostly spontaneous poignant memorial.

When I stop by the NBC headquarters for the IABC (International Association of Business Communicators) conference this Sunday night for the registration at 30 Rock, I will give a silent prayer to the man that inspired me to continue my curiosity in life. Thank you Tim Russert.