A Fallen Hero? No, Not This Time.

Mark McGwire, I know you will never read this but this is something I need to write anyway. I've followed your career since I was 10 years old. I was there for the good years and for the bad as well. Yesterday you confirmed something that pretty much everyone already knew, and well, I just see this as one of those bad times. I don't look down upon you, and in fact, I admire you even more now. You showed a great deal of courage to admit your shortcomings and I wish our politicians would follow your example. To me, you're still the greatest slugger of all time, and nothing will ever change my opinion. We've all made our mistakes and you're no different. It's amazing how we're so forgiving of some things in this world, and others, people are ready to crucify. At any rate, Mark, you always have, and always will be my hero. Hang in there bud! I still smile when I read old fan club newsletters, and the baseball card you signed for me at Memorial Stadium in 1989 is my most prized possession. The ink you left on that card was more than just an autograph; it also left an indelible mark on a 12 year old kid. I'll never forget that. Thanks for the memories, Mark, and good luck with the coaching job. Baseball NEEDS more people like you!

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