Wednesday, September 26, 2001

 

So, Michael Jordan is back in the NBA. How miserable must his life be that playing in the NBA is the only thing he can find to make himself happy and give his life some worth? I guess it just goes to show that money, fame and possessions aren't everything in life. Besides all that, he's got a wife and children. But he needs the NBA. Why? He's already one of the most famous people in the world. He's already one of the richest people in the world? That would lead one to believe that he needs the adoration of fans to make himself complete.

I would think adoration from his children, spending time with them, helping with their homework, going to their soccer games would be enough. Apparently not.

As I watched and listened to news reports of Jordan's return, I heard and read several that said Jordan's timing in coming back will be a "boost" for America's morale. It's "just what we need." Uh, guys? Jordan planned his comeback for Sept. 11, going as far as issuing a small press release to ESPN. His return to the NBA has nothing to do with helping America. It's all for Michael Jordan.

Don't get me wrong, I respect and admire Michael Jordan's talent. I used to like to watch him play. But he doesn't seem real anymore. It's more than feeling he's bigger than life. He's more like a cartoon character. Some people, even after the events of Sept. 11, probably still look at him as a hero. I'd be naiive to think they don't. But I hope that more people have learned that the Michael Jordans, the Brett Favres and Mark Magwires are not the real heroes.

If Michael Jordan wants to give America a boost, he should pass out Gatorade at Ground Zero to the real heroes.

posted by Anne 9/26/2001 08:01:00 AM