to live, to love, to learn, to leave a legacy… and to laugh along the way
On this Mothers’ Day, I want to honor this truly wonderful person who shaped me into what I am today. Today, and every day, I shall endeavor to celebrate her unwavering love and devotion. For all the poignant memories of the living and loving and learning she so generously afforded me, I shall strive to leave a noble legacy as well.
If Ant is able to bring the Twolves to the promised land, he will be following the footsteps of the great Michael Jordan; leaving an indelible mark in modern-day basketball, and cementing a legacy as the face of the future of the NBA.
So there you have it. I’ve got the newbies OKC Thunder and the Minnesota Twolves surviving the Western wars, while the Boston Celtics and the New York Knicks step forward for the Eastern front. It will be the changing of the guards, with only the Celtics joining the fab 4 coming from the traditional powers. Who you got?
Team chemistry is that intangible ingredient that will make or unmake a team. It refers to the synergy, cohesion and healthy relationships among teammates. It provides the supportive environment that leads to cooperation, and ultimately, success. Thus, in a team sport like basketball, the acquisition of star players may not necessarily lead to success. They have to fit in, they have to gain the trust and confidence of everyone in the team. They have to strive to optimize the bond that keeps the team focused on one goal.
We were once upon a time grizzled warriors – fighting, bleeding, dying and surviving together through nameless battles – accomplishing remarkable feats, enduring heartbreaking losses, making silly mistakes and, as the Scout Ranger Song goes: “seeking and fighting and laughing and loving, Scout Rangers of fortune are we!”
Who moves up to the next round? Who goes deep into the postseason wars? Compare your picks with mine. You willing to bet your mother-in-law on this? 🙂
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