I'm now at a cross roads guys
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Well guys I have been doing some serious soul searching and really at that crossroad/ and realization. Before I go on any further on a personal note to you all I want to publicly want to apologize to all- - -each and everyone of you that I have offended/ Got into some heated exchanges/and differences, see that’s part of my problem and am truly sorry for that.
This haw been part of my problem when it comes to KU. Even though unlike a lot of you as much as I love KU even though I have never attended one single class , or tried to obtain any degree , or spent one minute in any dorms I have found myself getting quite possibly getting TO wrapped up with our sports teams-- -taking Basketball - -Football to seriously. Which in turn has gotten me into many of heated discussions or whatever when people start talking crap or not. Perfect example is some exchanges here on this site. I try but in the end I just care for the University too much and hate to see failure.
So I’m sorry my friends if I have offended , I know many think I’m a ass- -quite possibly I am . I let my emotions and love for the Jayhawks’ carry me away. Ask my wife - -my dogs - -my cats , come game time and we playing like crap it’s look out nobody wants to be around me, I find words that I didn’t even know existed - -When we lose to teams I know we are better then like last night it pisses me off to no end
My crossroads is this : I am now at a age where health wise I’ve got to change my approach. I have to realize there is life after KU Sports , actually I’m like this with all my teams KU - -Green Bay and Yes the Yankees, it just chaps my ass when people wanna talk smack about them but most of all KU.
When KU loses like this it takes me days to really chill out, think level. Like I was saying things have to change for me , there is life after sports- -it’s just a game for GOD’S Sakes much more to life then that, now I just got to accept that.
Thing is like I said at this point and time in my life I have to step back some, my health is much more important ----- going on seventy one years old , not in the best of health, Got my pace maker , blood pressure issues high blood pressure/low blood pressure and pills that cost 60,000 dollars for a thirty day supply.-- As crazy as it sounds I truly, really am concerned I’m going to one of these times gt my blood pressure so high or something that I am going to be in trouble health wise from a crappy game- -or have a stroke.- - I’m really serious on this guys.–
So I have decided to step back- -relax-- and take different approach try to enjoy the game for the game.-- I am probably not going to post nearly as much I know YIPPEE right ?- -Oh I will still be around check things out – just not get my shorts twisted if I don’t agree, and just not respond— life is not worth it.
You guys are great it’s a pleasure having this site and be able to inner act with friends. I dunno is it right to call you guys friends ? - -I mean never have seen a single one of yo in real life - - never have talked to any of you in person , is it possible to be a friend without that - -anyways I got to take care of myself – not getting nny younger.
Still a huge KU fan- - -always have been - always will be - -Good times – or Bad times - -that’s what I’ve been told separates a real fan from a closet fan a band wagon fan. Proud of my KU tatoo’s- --Have had many , many comments on my KU kicks ass tatoo. Thanks to everyone and ROCK CHALK Guys & Gals
So to finish up , this to the guys I can think of right off the top of my head that I’ve had exchanges with - heated/disagreements at times since I’ve joined many years ago- - -I again apologize for being an idiot. – So ( Kuballin 10 )- - - ( Texas Hawk 10 ) - -( Wissox )- - -( Nuleafhawk ) - - & ( Bshark )- - -you guys are great - -so that passion- -great information- – sorry guys- these are the ones I can think of right of the bat- -have a great day guys
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@SlimShaddy54 all good man. A definite silver lining when the team isnt fairing well is its a healthy opportunity to invest time and energy elsewhere. There is no reason to beat yourself up over not wanting to be feeling the repeated failure of a team you arent on and cannot influence. Thats entirely healthy and logical.
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@SlimShaddy54 best of luck
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@SlimShaddy54 I appreciate your heartfelt post. You sure don’t need to apologize to me, brother. I know you’re passionate about all things KU and that’s a good thing.
You take care of yourself. Take a step back if you need to. Your health is infinitely more important than sports.
God bless you, my friend. You’re in my prayers
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@nuleafjhawk Thank you buddy You don’t know how much that means- - just got to keep a better approach lay back some not allow myself to ge so worked up over a sport - -but it’s hard. Thanks again buddy- - God Bless
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@dylans Thank you bud - -I’ll still be around, got to keep up with recruiting. Lots of very good information here lots of knowledgeable friends- just got to slow my roll as they say
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Been struggling with the same @SlimShaddy54.
I’m certainly an eternal optimist of KU but have been a Negative Nancy a lot this season (and in past seasons at times). Perspective is key. In the heat of the moment (like game chats) hard to not press that send button when things are not going well. I’ve tried to tone that down but understand I’m not perfect and have room to grow still. The game chats became such a part of the game experience for me with everyone, but I’ve realized unless the result is going well I’m better off not saying anything at all. Some games I say a lot, some not so much.
I knew Saturday was a likely loss so I stayed out of the chat for just about all of it. Trying to be better. Tomm is another expected L, and could be ugly if they don’t bring their A game which on the road hasn’t happened against a good team yet. So I can prepare myself to be absent from the chat if its not going well.
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Been struggling with the same @SlimShaddy54.
I’m certainly an eternal optimist of KU but have been a Negative Nancy a lot this season (and in past seasons at times). Perspective is key. In the heat of the moment (like game chats) hard to not press that send button when things are not going well. I’ve tried to tone that down but understand I’m not perfect and have room to grow still. The game chats became such a part of the game experience for me with everyone, but I’ve realized unless the result is going well I’m better off not saying anything at all. Some games I say a lot, some not so much.
I knew Saturday was a likely loss so I stayed out of the chat for just about all of it. Trying to be better. Tomm is another expected L, and could be ugly if they don’t bring their A game which on the road hasn’t happened against a good team yet. So I can prepare myself to be absent from the chat if its not going well.
I know that the negativity from many including myself at times has led to a downturn in the chat/discussions. We should be free to discuss the good and bad and we are but I do understand that many don’t come here to have that experience ruined by “fire Bill Self threads” and constant criticism of players etc. We are all passionate otherwise we wouldn’t be here chatting as a community. That balance is always key. I wish the season was going better so that would naturally give us that balance of good and bad. It’s difficult to process when there’s been a lot more bad then good it seems. College Basketball continues to change and not for the best in many ways. We have great expectations as a fan-base, any team that wins consistently like we have will create the highest of expectations with little room to go but down. Hopefully the end of this year ends better then its looking or next year is a chance to restart something.
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Just remember this is KU basketball. They won’t stay down for long. Next year is always a bright spot. But yeah…this year from early on it was evident the ceiling is closer to sweet 16 than final four.
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@BeddieKU23 I fully understand my friend. I have just now fully got myself to the understanding that there is a lot more to life then College Basketball. I too during the game get so caught up and words fly out my mouth that later as time goes forward I think more rational and only then understand that it’s A GAME for gosh sakes. There is more important things like my health and if I keep going my BP rises could end up causing myself more problems. I appreciate your posts & respect your thoughts.
Always enjoy what you have to say. I’ve made some enemies here because of myself getting so wrapped up. People say some things and I’m already worked up and well just not good. As frustrated as I get the one thing I will stand by is – Coach Self will not be fired. /the guy has done to much he has been a solid fixture for this institution, has always been vey steady with 20 or 20 plus wins yearly, making the Tourney every year, yes we haven’t done as well at times but I know a lot of Schools would die for the success we have had.
These things go in cycles if you think about it , now we are in that down cycle, but just look-- - -true U Conn back to back , but where are they at this yr ? - - What the hell has happened to N Carolina, their fan base is probably just going insane. - -Look at Kentucky, with all the talent they have year , after year , after year, people don’t think they have under achieved ? We for sure are not some of the upper crust by ourselves – we will be back. - I think the Portal-- -The NIL – - this NCAA investigation we had has caused serious issues for awhile – takes time. -I do think Coach Selfs time left is limited on his own accord I truly feel next year could very well be his last.
So you think BYU is a L- - well don’t feel alone me too my friend unless something drastic happens. So I guess I won’t see you tommorrow but it’s ok will be good to see if you are. You just take care and good to hear from you— -ROCK CHALK
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@dylans So true, this is what I was just mentioning to BeddieKU23 --these things go in cycles, w are down right now but I have total faith we will be back , and we will be back soon.- - It’s just that we have been really good for so long that when we have what we consider a bad year it just amplifies things.- I would neve be in favor of Firing Coach Self, he has done to much, if he wants to go then I thank him for all the success that he HAS brought the program.
On a personal note for him what does he have left to accomplish ? - Ha won multiple NCAA championships- - Won like what fourteen constitutive Conference Championships- - Won Big Twelve Coach of the year how many times ? – He is in the College HOF , nothing left - -How many players has went to the NBA coming from this program under him ?- -If he wants to leave then cool and wish nothing but the best for him – I hold no ill will towards the Man. The way I look at it we were good before Bill came here and we will be fine after Bill is gone. KU will not hve any problem finding another top notch proven Coach
I appreciate your posts / and input my friend thanks a lott really enjoy seing your posts
