Well, the Cleveland Indians did not make it to the World Series. They made it all the way to game 7 of the ACLS. They did well. I am examining myself and thinking about how crazy the last month has been. Staying up late to watch wins and worse, losses. Being so determined that they would win it all. Being obsessed...
Why do people like me get so consumed with the team, especially when they are winning?
It's interesting how we don't play, we don't train, we do nothing but watch and cheer and jeer. Yet, we use phrases such as "our team" and "we" did this and "we" did that. We manage the game from our living room. We whine and complain when things don't go well. We pat ourselves on the back when they go our way.
I think sometimes we live our Christian lives this way - as a fan, rather than a player.
Well, in the long run, life needs to go on, or in some cases life needs to begin again (after we put it on hold for the playoffs).
Cleveland Indians first baseman Ryan Garko says this:
"This is baseball. It comes after your family’s health and well-being. There are more important things in life."
(from Ryan Garko's Playoff Blog)
Yes there are more important things in life. But it sure was fun while we were in the playoffs and winning!
Well, maybe next year. Until then, I'm going to try to live as more than a spectator.
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