#43 Appreciation

I might be on a sports-minded focus of life right now and I'm not quite sure why.  But lately, all things football and baseball related have really been on the top of my fascination lists.  As of right now I'm all about 1 man in particular - Mr. Polamalu.  First of all he's a Christian who's not afraid to say that he's a Christian.  We all know how uncool it is for most famous people to profess their belief and love of God.  Secondly, he's one of the best defensive players out there and that's the truth.  Amen.  You know you're good when you become injured yet you are a strong enough player that you still get drafted because your previous performances and dedication are unmatchable.  Say that! 

Now, I'm not going to act like I'm all ESPN'd out and such (like some of you - I'll refrain from naming names), but I grew up watching tons and tons of football.  I had relatives who played in high school and college and if we didn't support them, then the world just wasn't going to rotate.  Don't believe me?  Ask me why I know all that I know about Miles Austin.  He's my cousin and I have had no choice but to scream like an idiot when he's on the field.  That's how they roll in the deep south. 

So, I've learned how to appreciate good, and yes, great athletes.  As I said with my baseball clip of Mr. Kownacki, I am all about giving props where they are due.  And this man definitely deserves them.