The big sports' news this past week was the decision by NBA basketball great, LeBron James to return to his 'home', Clevland and play once again for the Cavaliers. I must say upfront that I have never been a big James' fan but I do admit that this latest chronicle is truly a warm feel good story.
It is interesting to watch the reaction of basketball fans from the two cities, which were impacted by LeBron's decision to leave Miami, where he won 2 Titles in four years and Cleveland; his home. The word 'fan' is an abbreviation from the word 'fanatic.' Fanatic is defined as 'one who supports with unreasonable enthusiasm. Don't forget that the fan can also attack with the same unreasonable logic. Four years ago when LeBron left Cleveland, he was scorned, his jersey and images were burned as Cleveland fans expressed strong negative anger. Today those same fanatics are dancing in the streets. Miami was delighted when LeBron left Cleveland for South Florida but with news of his departure they are defacing LeBron's images. These fan expression are anchored in strong emotions and personal identity.
On a personal note, I am happy for the little boy inside the grown man named LeBron...that little boy can go home. Not all little boys can go back home; perhaps that's why they reminisce so much. Then again, I am an incurable romantic...truth be, a multi-millionaire businessman decided to relocate his home office.
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