Monday, April 21, 2008

what is baseball?

It's bases loaded, two out, ninth inning, down by two... and being able to forget that it's bases loaded, two out, ninth inning, down by two.

It's knowing that the game is on the line and the hopes and dreams of a million fans rest on his shoulders... and being OKAY with that.

It's the years of hard work, dedication, and disappointment that have lead to this moment and the chance to be a hero for his teammates and the fans.

It's clearing his mind and blocking out everything but his opponent on the mound.

It's waiting for his pitch.

It's giving it everything he's got and not knowing if it's enough.

It's finding out.