Submitted by Fred on

Withdrawal

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No kidding, I’m suffering from a severe case of withdrawal.  Withdrawal? 

Yes, withdrawal from Yankee Baseball!

It’s just not normal for a man of my age to harbor such a boy’s Fanaticism (Fan is short for that) and Hero Worship.  

Fanaticism for the 2021 disappointing and dysfunctional Yankees, whose season was best described by (soon to be signed long term and appointed Captain) Aaron Judge as a “roller coaster”.  

Hero Worship for the very same #99 who I can not take my eyes off when he’s at bat making my heart beat faster!

It’s just not normal, but I love it and I count the days until Spring Training and Pitchers and Catchers.  

It’s just not normal, yet it fuels me in my quest to be Forever Young!  

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Shelley Simpson

Not sure what "normal" is based on this blog. If it means reaching a point in life when you give up your passions and are not excited about things you once enjoyed then "normal" is not the way to go. Keep counting and being FANtastic.
Paul Napolitano

I was listening to a Buffalo Bills blog yesterday, where the host said that if your FANaticism is negatively impacting your relationships with other people, then it is probably not healthy. You have a long way to go to get to that point Fred, so I think you’re OK.

Submitted by Judy_Mauer on Thu, 10/21/2021 - 21:41

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Judy Mauer

I love it - it brings you jot and purpose.
Fan on !
Daniel Schwartz

Every year in different sports, the depression of a lost season becomes the hope and optimism of the upcoming season. All normal stuff.
Ray Walcott

O Captain! My Captain!
#Judge #Yankees

Submitted by Greg on Thu, 10/21/2021 - 23:20

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Gregory Rose

It's definitely normal Fred, in the meantime keep an eye out for more coaching changes and hopefully getting a real short stop (preferably a lefty bat), to keep the optimism up for next season.
Norman Spizz

You should join BBFA (Baseball Fans Anonymous). Every time you want to watch a game they send you a Football video
Fred Klein

I’m nominating you for GOtham Green Award :)
Fred Klein

Hal has to be willing to go over Tax threshold
Fred Klein

Dodger fans used to lament “Wait ‘til next year”!
Victoria Drogin

Counting the days too. Thank goodness for football ;)!
Being a fan is fun. Something to enjoy and share. We need to connect over our passions.
ODEY RAVIV

A good addiction can be a good thing. At least you have YES rebroadcasts if you get too desperate. But time flies and spring training will be here so soon!

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